3bzmom

I am only 5' 1", so while 190 lbs might be horrible for many people, it's a lot on me!! It's been quite awhile since they actually measured my height, they usually just ask me. I was diagnosed with PCOS many years ago, but it hasn't been an issue for a long time. I should probably bring that up to this doctor though. I had no idea that was a co morbidity! You all have been so helpful! I will keep you posted.

Exactly! Congrats on your approval. I hope you're right!

Thank you. I didn't know the doc could do that! I'll hope for an approval, but that's good to know for back-up!

Hi, I have Cigna insurance, and my last weight loss appointment is next week. I have a BMI of 36.5. Cormorbidities of hyperlipemia, high cholesterol, and a degenerating hip. My primary care doc is actually the one who first suggested the sleeve to control my weight because of my hip. My mom is diabetic, and I am pre-diabetic. I'm really worried that I've junped through all these hoops and insurance will say no because my BMI isn't 40. Can anyone give me some encouragement?

Hi There! I have my last appointment with my primary care physician next Tuesday. I am probably looking at a September surgery because of work schedule. I also have Cigna, and I am hoping they approve me. I have a BMI of 36, but several comorbidity factors including a degenerating hip, so getting this weight off once and for all is important to me. Cigna requires 3 months of appointments plus a "final appointment," which ends up being 4 appointments total- almost 4 months. My appointments were March, April, May and June. My husband is also working towards an approval. He started in May, and he's almost guaranteed an approval because he has a BMI of 44. Good luck! I have found the process pretty easy really. Just time consuming.