Weight Loss Surgery Candidacy
Your Body Mass Index (BMI)
Enter your measurements to calculate your BMI.
Recalculate:
Body Mass Index is a ratio of weight to height. It’s the chief method that medical professionals use to determine whether an adult is a healthy weight.
BMI Categories
Normal weight: 18.5 to 24.9
Overweight: 25-29.9
Obesity:
-Category I: 30-34.5
-Category II: 35-39.9
Morbid Obesity: 40 and over
As a person’s BMI exceeds the normal range, their risk for obesity-related diseases increases. BMI addresses just height and weight, but is considered a good risk predictor for all but highly trained athletes.
Who is a Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery
A person with:
• BMI = 40 or more OR
• BMI = 35 or more with an obesity-related health condition (type and severity are factors)
• Previous attempts at weight loss
These are guidelines established by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Age and other factors may also be taken into consideration. Additionally, your insurance policy may have additional requirements for coverage. (Our staff can help you learn more.)
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