How do I approach my Dr and insurance about this?

I am 26. I am 5'5". I weigh 265 lbs. My knees ache constantly. My back hurts everyday. I can hardly remember a time when my feet didn't literally throb in pain. My weight has steadily increased even though my eating habits are not that bad. I have four very active young children that live at home. I am sick of having to watch them grow up. I can't participate in their lives fully at the size I am. I have researched this alot, and pretty much decided to do it. Nothing else has worked! But I am concerned that my insurance company won't cover it and my doctor won't agree ( I have Oschner ins. of New Orleans--an HMO) Any good pointers or local support groups that could help?

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