MrsB2007 90 Posted December 25, 2014 I know insurance companies in USA have certain requirements prior to surgery.. What about the surgeons in Mexico? What do they require before surgery such as BMI, comorbidities, % of weight loss prior to surgery etc? My dr will be submitting my stuff to insurance next week. Insurance can take up to 2 weeks for a decision. I am preparing for a possible surgery in Mexico if my insurance denies me and any appeals. I just cant find where to find the whole process for the drs in Mexico. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikkidoodlebug 120 Posted December 25, 2014 Dr alverez in piedras neiagras , mexico on the Eagel pass tx border. He is awesome! Look him up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GAGirl2015 14 Posted December 25, 2014 I don't think they require anything that you mentioned not that I have seen in my research. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted December 25, 2014 My surgeon (dr. A Ortiz at Obesity Control Center) required a 5% weight loss on my 2 week preop diet. The purpose is to shrink your liver to make for a safer surgery. I easily lost almost twice that. Many Mexico surgeons perform WLS on patients with low BMI's because US surgeons won't even do it if you are self pay with a BMI under 35. And as for comorbidities, I've never heard of any requirements, but you would definitely want to discuss any medical issues up front so they can take whatever precautions necessary for a safe surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
