Question:
Does anyone know what the minimum weight requirement is for a lap gastric banding?

   — Rose E. (posted on October 12, 2004)


October 12, 2004
I think the requirement is a BMI of less than 35 w/comborbidities or a BMI of over 40. I think it all depends on your insurance company if that is the route you are going to go to pay for surgery.
   — Shayna T.

October 12, 2004
I heard recently as low as 30 with serious co morbids. Its a matter of insurance a[pproval...
   — bob-haller

October 13, 2004
Yep. I've heard 30-35, but anything under 40 really needs a co-morb.
   — Jeanie




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