Gypsy52 5 Posted May 23, 2016 I have an appointment but haven't had my first consultation yet. I'd like to know if anyone was required to lose a certain amount of weight prior to surgery and if so how much. I still have to do a medically supervised diet and I'd like to know if there is a weight loss requirement prior to surgery. Thank you. Sent from my LG-H901 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SleevePlease2016 6 Posted May 23, 2016 My insurance did not require a diet but my surgeon required a 5% loss before she would schedule surgery and submit to insurance. Sent from my iPhone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted May 23, 2016 It depends on your insurance, surgeon and your particular situation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MiloAndTheDiamonds 24 Posted May 23, 2016 My surgeon required a 7-10% loss before scheduling surgery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anniebanana 167 Posted May 24, 2016 My surgeon did not require any weight loss based on my history. My insurance didn't either. I still lost 15 pounds and I get warnings at every visit not to gain, even though it wasn't a requirement. Go figure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
