El Cee
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El Cee got a reaction from ProudGrammy in Below 40 BMI on day of surgery - does this affect insurance coverage?Hi, Does anyone know if it's possible that insurance could decide not to cover gastric bipass surgery if BMI falls below 40 on the day of surgery?
I'm approved for Gastric Bypass and my surgery is scheduled for December 3rd but I'm worried about loosing weight before my surgery. I'm 5'4''; current weight is 240; BMI 41.2, no comorbidities. Without any comorbidities, my insurance only approves the procedure if BMI is 40 or over (which I believe is typical for most insurance). I'm worried about losing weight during the 2-week pre-op liquid diet, because I've read that some people will lose 10-15 lbs as a result. If I lose 10-15 lbs during the pre-op liquid diet, that will put my weight at 225-230lbs and BMI at 38.6 - 39.5. Is there a risk that the insurance will decide not to cover the surgery if my BMI is below 40 on the day of surgery?
I have an appointment in 2 weeks to see my surgeon again and will likely ask him about that, but wanted to know if anyone has any experience with that?
