My insurance will cover the cost of surgery if I can prove that under doctor's supervision I attempted & failed at a low calorie weight loss program & excercise program for a minimum of 6 months. Unfortunatley, my doctor retired and when we did all the this, didn't document real good. I'm in Dallas - not that it matters. Any suggestions?

A doctor that refers you to a nutrionists. Thanks Mandy.

Did your insurance pay for your surgery then.

Sherri

Not yet, but I am hopeful. I am playing the waiting game now. They have 30 days to decide, but say it usually only takes 2 weeks. We shall see~Mandy

My insurance provider (Humana) had this same requirement. I decided to just self pay as opposed to jumping through 6 months of hoops with the potential to be denied later. I am borderline BMI which is why i think i would have a harder time even after 6 months... besides... 25 years of my life is enough documentation for me..I understand self pay is not an option for some people so i hope you get what you need from your Docs...Good Luck!