Did insurance count starting bmi or bmi right before approval?

[lopez948 2]

I have a bmi of 42 now im worried on the weight loss program il be under 40 bmi before dr sends for approval, so I thought id ask if they count the starting weight or right before?

[aelovelady 243]

I had the same concerns, it is based on your weight at your initial consultation.

[dianeheartkitty 6]

Check with your nurse, I just went through by this and my insurance company counted every weight up to the morning of surgery. For me it was a balancing act as well. They will know the exacts of your insurance company.

[00612 12]

Because of the weight loss through the pre op diet it is expected that there will be some weight loss... I don't believe they count that weight loss.

[tebowfan 70]

My doctor said initial weight before diet.

[julias1119 27]

My insurance went by my weight at my inital consultation.

[lopez948 2]

Thank you all! So glad to be able to ask questions

[tebowfan 70]

You will love the bypass!!