OldskoolHeart 6 Posted July 3, 2013 Does anyone know if insurance companies specifically BCBS-IL will take a BMI of 39.7 as 40 or do I have to have 2 comorbidities in order to qualify since Im not ifficially at 40? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LI Gemini NY 607 Posted July 3, 2013 It's sad that I'm saying this but it's easier and more logical really to gain a few pounds to qualify for surgery that'll help shed 65-70% of our excess weight than to try to lose it on our own. Obviously we've tried and haven't succeeded if we are looking into WLS. 2 Fixerupper and Cheer Mama reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldskoolHeart 6 Posted July 3, 2013 So Ive been to her once, can I go somewhere else and just wear weights or something, Im sure I'll only need a pound since Im at 39.7? 1 Fixerupper reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tinahall 27 Posted July 6, 2013 If its not over 40 they won't approve unless you have other issues. You are so close just eat, gain a couple pounds and go back. The surgeon just be helpful in wanting you to get approved. Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JennyCat 15 Posted July 6, 2013 Just eat 1 LI Gemini NY reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShellBell25 41 Posted July 6, 2013 Yes, with BCBS if your BMI is between 35-39 you must have 2 comorbid conditions to qualify. If you're close, I agree....just eat more until then! I have heard of people wearing loose legged pants and putting on ankle weights for their appointments though. They really don't ask you to disrobe or anything??? Might be an idea? Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
