Question:
what does the insurance mean when they say you are a light weight????

   — SHERRY M. (posted on November 14, 2002)

November 14, 2002
A lightweight is someone who "barely" qualifies for surgery...bmi of around 40...I think up to 45. My bmi was 41...I was considered a lightweight. Hope this helps. Have a Sparkling Day!!! ~CAE~
   — Mustang

November 14, 2002
I was also considered a light weight. I just passed thru with a BMI of 40. My original surgeon said he would only bypass a small amount of intestine because of my light weight. However my original surgeon screwed my entire surgery and I was rushed to a trauma center and ended up loosing more than the usual amount of intestine for any bypass patient because of sepsis (infection)setting in.
   — Karla K.