Hello, i'm new at all this, so i had a few questions if anyone can help. i am 5'4 and I weigh 205 lbs. i have high bp, depression, borderline diabetic, and severe restless leg syndrome. i am worried that i may not be heavy enough to qualify for insurance to cover. I have bcbs IL, which i do know they cover this surgery. what does anyone think, oh yea, my BMI is 35..

The best bet would be to call your insurance and see what they cover. As far as your overall health. The guidelines for Lap-band are at least 100 lbs overweight or Bmi over 40. Or BMI over 35 with 1 or more qualifying conditions such as HPB, Diabetes, etc.. So you ma be a candidate. Word to the wise, start working on your Physician monitored diet program. Most Insurances require 3 to 6 mos of Physician monitored dieting. Hope that helps! Good Luck to you

Hello, i'm new at all this, so i had a few questions if anyone can help. i am 5'4 and I weigh 205 lbs. i have high bp, depression, borderline diabetic, and severe restless leg syndrome. i am worried that i may not be heavy enough to qualify for insurance to cover. I have bcbs IL, which i do know they cover this surgery. what does anyone think, oh yea, my BMI is 35..