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Variances in medical records

I used to say I was 5'3" when a nurse asked. (Because it kept me in the 34 Bmi range and I didn't feel so fat.)

When I actually get measured by a nurse, I'm either 5'2" or 5 '2 1/2". Now I want to be shorter so I can have a higher Bmi, so insurance will cover surgery.

It matters now, because it affects my bmi history. At 5'2", I have the 2 year history, but if I use 5' 2 1/2, it's 34.9. I have records that say all 3 Heights.

Any chance the surgeon would measure me, and be able to recalculate the bmi from 2 years ago? If so, I can start now. If not, I have to wait till the end of October.

Anyone else have similar issues with their records?

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