Hi... Has anyone gotten approval from Aetna without having other comorbidities (ex. diabeties, sleep apnea, etc.)? I currently have a BMI of 42 and I'm young (22 years old) so I'm in good health otherwise. I have foot pain and lower back pain, but I don't think those weight-bearing issues count. Just trying to think ahead to prevent any denial by Aetna as being "not medically necessary". Any thoughts/comments?:thumbup:

I have Aetna as well and am in the beginning stages of this and am pretty healthy too. I would think that due to back/feet pain etc it would be seen as a need. I too would like to know if anyone has had this situation. I worry that I will do everything Im told for the 3 month preparation and then be denied.

That will seriously crush me if it happens.

My BMI was 41 when I began the process. I completed the 3 month program and was approved. I have no co-morbidities. I was concerned about the exercise requirement but I was worried for nothing.

- Valerie

What exercise requirement?

I am halfway through my 3 months.

Shell and Thunder, are you sure you don't have sleep apnea? That will get you approved.

I got approval from Aetna on my first letter no problems.