I am 23 and have struggled with being over weight for most of my life. Right now I am weighing in at 245 and am 5'6. My calculated BMI is 39.5. I do not have high BP, but I do have terrible back pain and terrible asthma. I have a few other problems, but nothing MAJOR...I have great insurance...does anyone else have a similiar case? Do you think I will qualify?

Hi!

I'm eight years younger than you, but in the same boat. My insurance has approved me and the doctor that did my father said that if our family doctor will approve me, then we can get the ball rolling.

I think that you will be approved. but then again, I'm stil ignorant of the real world, being protected by the barriers of childhood and what-not. Keep me updated though!

I am 23 and have struggled with being over weight for most of my life. Right now I am weighing in at 245 and am 5'6. My calculated BMI is 39.5. I do not have high BP, but I do have terrible back pain and terrible asthma. I have a few other problems, but nothing MAJOR...I have great insurance...does anyone else have a similiar case? Do you think I will qualify?

Have you had your height check by doctor maybe you make be half in shorter or the doctor may round your BMI up to 40. I had to show documentments that I had been at a BMI of 35 or over for the last 3 years ( I have high blood pressure). I would just go for a consult and they will let you know if they think you qualify my doc did'nt charge for my consult. sleep apena will also get you qualified ( have you been checked for that)?

Hey I'm also from Alabama!!

It's nice to talk to another Alabama person! Maybe I am shorter, that would be great! I feel positive I have been more than 35 for 5 years! I am not sure if I have sleep apnea, but I am willing to be tested for it, thats for sure! Thanks for your response...