So I am seeing a lot of people who still have to meet longer term requirements to get approved for surgery than I did. I was told by my primary care doctor he did not have to give an approval..Go straight to the gastric dr. They had me do a psych eval that day and they sent in my BMI with that to insurance, BCBS of ND and I was approved in a week. I have a friend who wants surgery and I told him my experience..but he isn't having such luck. It's crazy how things change state to state and the insurance requirements.

Maybe your state and insurance wish that was my case

@Raebae yeah, I figured things just changed nationwide and tried helping my friend out and even my sister out with their surgery. I see I am very lucky.

I'm not sure the state makes a difference - but the insurance company definitely does - and the surgeon as well. Some surgeons require more clearances than others.

@catwoman7 different state I know different prices but yes your right