I've been thinking of getting this surgery for some time now. I am 5'1 and 228 lbs with a bmi of 43.1. I am nervous about the whole "getting approved" thing, but ready to try! Not quite sure how BCBS of Texas is with WLS as we are new to the plan. What's the first steps to all this?

There are lots of threads on here about BCBSTX & the process. First thing to do is call customer service number on the back of your ID card and ask if you even have the benefit. (Not all plans are the same even though they have the same carrier.)

If your plan covers it, pick your surgeon, go be evaluated and they submit all the paperwork, simple as that. Good luck!

Thanks, Need! U rawk!