Hi my name is Amanda I live on the Outer Banks and I am seriously considering being lap banded. I have struggled with losing weight and staying healthy my entire life , I was seperated last year from my husband of 8 years and I have a 4 year old . I currently weigh 229 ,I'm 5'7 and about to be 30 ...... Soooo what I want to know is Am I eligible? Will blue cross and blue shield cover it? What are the worse side effects? Mortality rate? How long does it take to be active afterwards? and any other important information you may have! Thanks for taking the time to read this ; )

Hi Amanda, as far as insurance requirements, it is per case. no set requirements. You will have to wait to see what they say. Wish I could help that way! The procedure is easy to get over. Again i think it depends on the person but it is a minor procedure and you go home the same day in most cases. Side effet - some people complain of bad gas pockets in the shoulder and the back. You can take hot showers and walk or rock in a rocking chair to help, but it usually only last a few days. hot showers beating on the sore spot works wonders. My surgeon has one over 1000, and no issues. It is worth taking time to read as much as you can on hear to gain info. I will be happy to answer any questions. I am a fan and banded. It wa he best thing ever for me. let me know what other questions you have. More than happy to help out anyone who is thinking about it.

Hi my name is Amanda I live on the Outer Banks and I am seriously considering being lap banded. I have struggled with losing weight and staying healthy my entire life , I was seperated last year from my husband of 8 years and I have a 4 year old . I currently weigh 229 ,I'm 5'7 and about to be 30 ...... Soooo what I want to know is Am I eligible? Will blue cross and blue shield cover it? What are the worse side effects? Mortality rate? How long does it take to be active afterwards? and any other important information you may have! Thanks for taking the time to read this ; )

Amanda,

If you go to http://lapband.com there is a "see if lapband is for you" section. It will give you information on what is required and will give you an idea if you are a candidate. I believe that you must now have a BMI (body mass index ) of 30 to qualify. Not real sure but the site will answer all those questions, plus much more. It will also figure out your BMI. Most BCBS insurance will cover lapband. My BCBS covered mine. I can tell you that mortality rates are very low with the lapband. Check out the site. I think you find most of your questions answered. jake