Can my OB/GYN be my PCP?

I'm new here and am just starting the Lap Band process. I am the beginning stages of getting my ducks in a row and gathering the necessary paperwork needed by my insurance company (Cigna). According to Cigna I need a 6 month Dr supervised diet plan. I've known my OB for a long time and know that he would do anything he could to help me through this process. Can my OB/GYN be my PCP for my Dr supervised diet plan? Thanks for any help you can give me. :) Sabrina

Cigna can be pretty tricky. I would advise going with your PCP and following to the word all of their criteria.  Your OBGYN should be able to also write you a letter of medical necessity.

Maybe it depends on your insurance, but I'm personally using my Gyno for my 6 month diet. I asked my surgeon's office and they said it was fine. Definitely call your insurance and as them. I have BCBS/AL and they stated that it could be a PCP or an attending physician. I think you'll be OK. Good luck!

Thanks for the replies! I think I'll go ahead and call my insurance company. The problem with that is it seems I get a different answer every time I call them with questions.