Question:
has anyone had the surgery thru there insurance with bmi >40 with sleep apnea?

   — R L. (posted on March 18, 2003)

March 18, 2003
I was approved by my insurance company with a BMI of 39.2. I had mild sleep apnea, high cholestrol, arthritis, high blood pressure and diabetes, but did not yet require medication for these as they were just developing for me.
   — Sandy P.

March 18, 2003
I assume that you mean < (less than) 40 BMI. Many insurance will cover with a BMI of 35-40 with co-morbidities (including sleep apnea). If you are very much under BMI of 35, you might have more trouble, but that's not to say it's impossible. The best thing to do is to read your policy carefully and see what their requirements are (many are very specific) and if in doubt, call and ask them. Good Luck
   — Carolyn M.