Seeing my PCP today to discuss lap-band...I'm nervous

[Maggie225 0]

I have an appointment today with my PCP and I'm going to ask about getting the lap band. I am sooo afraid he will tell me I'm not fat enough.....it seems weird to me to say that because I have been overweight my ENTIRE life, but my BMI is just over 35. I have always weighed over 200lbs but again I'm afraid he will tell me I'm not a good candidate for the surgery:confused:

I do have diabetes type II and PCOS and knee problems and I've also been on 4 different prescription meds for weight loss with no success.

I guess I'm just posting this to try to relieve some of my anxiety because I really, really want this surgery.

I would love to hear from anyone who has a BMI of 35 that has been banded and anyone else that wants to jump in here too:cool2:

[crzytchr 3]

You have comorbidities, so I don't think your PCP will tell you that you aren't a candidate. It is more likely that you insurance company may not think you qualify or may require you to jump through a lot of hoops before approving you. Speak openly to your PCP and see if there is a surgeon that he/she feels comfortably referring you to. Attend a seminar and ask questions. Any bariatric surgeon's office should have people that can contact your insurance company to see if there is coverage, the requirements and what documentation that you need to submit for approval.

Good Luck!

[sandibly 0]

with your other issues diabetes and such, i don't see a major problem. what part of Pennsylvania are you from? I am finishing up my prep for surgery now. i am going through magee hospital in Pittsburgh