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patriotprincess

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  1. Lap Band, United Healthcare, and Co-morbidities

    patriotprincess posted a topic in Insurance & Financing
    Hello everyone, I'm new here. I had my initial consultation today for lap band. I am 26 with a BMI of 36 and hypertension. I have heard from so many people that it is easy to get approval with united. Well, today I feel SO let down. I was told at my Dr's office that with a BMI less than 40 you have to have sleep apean. It is extremelly difficult to get approved with hypertension alone. I take meds for my hypertension but I don't have diabetes, sleep apnea, or high cholesterol. Has anyone else gotten approved with a BMI less than 40 and only hypertension as a comorbidity. I thought I was all set and now I just feel awful. Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated. I'm just wondering if 1 co-morbidity is enough with a BMI less than 40. Thanks, Misty :confused_smile:

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