Do I Qualify For Weight Loss Surgery

Ultimately, the cornerstone of any weight management approach is lifestyle modification.

Whether pursuing surgical options, medical interventions, or non-invasive treatments, long-term success hinges on sustainable changes to diet, physical activity, and overall health behaviors. Professional support can be invaluable in navigating these changes and achieving lasting results.

Weight management support is not limited to those who meet surgical criteria.

Regardless of your BMI, if you need help with weight-related issues you qualify for professional guidance in nutrition, lifestyle management, fitness, hormone replacement, and emotional support.

Additionally, weight loss medications are available to most overweight or obese individuals, depending on their specific medical conditions. These medical interventions can be particularly beneficial for patients with BMIs in the high 20s or low 30s, or for those looking to combine medical weight loss with surgery.

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Qualifications for Bariatric Surgery

Qualification for bariatric surgery depends on various factors, with body mass index (BMI) being a primary consideration.

For individuals with a BMI over 40, or between 35 and 39.9 accompanied by comorbidities such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea, bariatric surgery is typically covered by insurance. This represents the most widely accepted criteria for surgical intervention.

Those with a BMI over 35 alone, or between 30 and 34.9 with associated health conditions like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, fatty liver, or sleep apnea, may also qualify for surgery. However, in these cases, patients often need to pursue self-pay options as insurance coverage is less common.

To find out if you qualify for surgery and have your benefits pre-qualified, please complete our short assessment below.