Tracy T 0 Posted October 2, 2014 Okay well I'm 17, and strongly considering getting the sleeve. I'm 5 6 and I weigh 230. What should I prepare for and what goes into being a good candidate for the surgery. I have kik and I'll give out my number, please message me I need some advice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted October 2, 2014 I would start by attending a seminar and doing a lot of research (read through all of these forums). Take lots of notes and ask lots of questions. Best of luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikrchk 1,313 Posted October 2, 2014 Attend more than one seminar if there are multiple clinics\hospitals that do the procedure in your area. They should give you a list of questions on what to ask your insurance company, (at least mine did) so you can get all your documentation done up front and have the best chance of a first time approval. If you're hoping to be covered, one question you need the answer to is, "What are the BMI and co-morbidity minimums for approval"? We're about the same height and starting weight. At 5'6" and 230, you're near the edge of qualifying for some insurance plans with a BMI of 37ish, maybe under if you don't already have health problems associated with the extra weight. I know for my insurance, you have to have a BMI of 35 or above WITH significant documented health problems and 40 if you're otherwise "healthy". Lotsa homework to do for this. I sooo wish it was available when I was 17! Best of luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
