Exploring WLS

[ashleysara 0]

I am very interested in WLS, I actually went down this road last year but had to put it off because of my age. I have minor sleep apnea and a BMI of 42. I weigh about 219 and am 5'1' tall. I worry that because of my age and lack of what my doctor calls more serious comorbities I wont be covered by my insurance or find a surgeon. I am going to an info session on wednesday with dr. lui. I have obesity on both sides of my family and the average lifespan of my mothers side is about 52 years of age :-(. I have been on WW twice and lost 30+ pounds both times but it always comes back with a vengence and atleast 10 or 15 extra. I also lost about 30 pounds on alli but that also came back :thumbup: I think the reason that I have been able to lose weight is because while i was heavy I could still exersize but lately I have been having pain in my knees that is making it more difficult. I want to stop the cycle before I end up to sick to change things. Any advice?

[grannytwinkie 0]

With a BMI of 42 you should qualify, I would check with your insurance company. I don't know why your age should matter either, I was 46 when I had mine done last October. I think my insurance required a BMI of 40 or a BMI of 35 with co-morbities, which I had. The seminar will help, but there is nothing wrong with calling your insurance direct and see what their requirements are for WLS coverage.

[CHI-Girl 1]

You will be fine my insurance only requires you to be 18 and have BMI over 40 and your all good. I have same stats as you but I am older then you. I did the same thing over and over lose and gain. I'm having surgery this Friday. Anything is possible. Just don't wait to long to get on the horn and find out what your insurance requirements are.