geminigrl 0 Posted June 14, 2012 I am 38 years old- 5'6 and 195. My BMI is 31. I don't have any other contributing factors. No hypertension or pre diabetes. What are the chances of kaiser covering the surgery? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lacey8724 38 Posted June 14, 2012 I think to even get the lap band you have to have a BMI or atleast 35. I could be wrong, but I don't think the chances are very high unless you have some weight related medical issue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites