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Typically, candidates for bariatric surgery must be older than 18 years and weigh 100 pounds more than their ideal body weight, which is a BMI greater than 40. Bariatric surgery may also be an option for those older than 18 with a BMI between 35 and 40 who suffer from life-threatening cardiopulmonary problems or diabetes.

For potential candidates interested in bariatric surgery with BMI's less than 35 , each case is reviewed individually. Typically most insurers won't cover the procedure if your BMI is less than 35. However, there have been exceptions.


Those who qualify for bariatric surgery must exhibit the following:

• Low probability of success with non-surgical measures
  
  
• Willingness to be well-informed and motivated during the process
  
  
• Willingness to participate in treatment and long-term follow-up care
  
  
• Not be suffering from any other disease contributing to obesity
  
  
• Not have a history of alcohol or substance abuse