weight requirement

[rnstudent 0]

Hello, i'm new at all this, so i had a few questions if anyone can help. i am 5'4 and I weigh 205 lbs. i have high bp, depression, borderline diabetic, and severe restless leg syndrome. i am worried that i may not be heavy enough to qualify for insurance to cover. I have bcbs IL, which i do know they cover this surgery. what does anyone think, oh yea, my BMI is 35..

[ssweetblood 2]

The best bet would be to call your insurance and see what they cover. As far as your overall health. The guidelines for Lap-band are at least 100 lbs overweight or Bmi over 40. Or BMI over 35 with 1 or more qualifying conditions such as HPB, Diabetes, etc.. So you ma be a candidate. Word to the wise, start working on your Physician monitored diet program. Most Insurances require 3 to 6 mos of Physician monitored dieting. Hope that helps! Good Luck to you

Hello, i'm new at all this, so i had a few questions if anyone can help. i am 5'4 and I weigh 205 lbs. i have high bp, depression, borderline diabetic, and severe restless leg syndrome. i am worried that i may not be heavy enough to qualify for insurance to cover. I have bcbs IL, which i do know they cover this surgery. what does anyone think, oh yea, my BMI is 35..