Hi,

Cigna policy states weight watchers is an "accepted alternative" if done in conjunction with the supervision of a physician do you need to provide the weight watchers stamped book of attendance and then proof that you had doctor visits as well? I am a little confused as to what will satisfy requirements. Any insight would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Hi,

Cigna policy states weight watchers is an "accepted alternative" if done in conjunction with the supervision of a physician do you need to provide the weight watchers stamped book of attendance and then proof that you had doctor visits as well? I am a little confused as to what will satisfy requirements. Any insight would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

hi - I have Cigna and my surgery was approved. I had to visit my primary care physician for 6 months, show previous diets and that I could not lose and maintain weight loss ( which my PCP documented). I also had to have a BMI of over 35 with co-morbidities, visit a shrink and a nutritionist. It took ove 8 months for all the pre-cert to be completed, but I am now 30 pounds lighter and didn't have to self-pay. Good luck!

Does Cigna require a before or after fitness program? I'm referring to a gym or trainer program. I've heard some insurances do.