If you’re BMI, or body mass index is between 35 and 39, then you may be suffering from medical health problems or near morbid obesity conditions, in order to be a candidate for the Lap Band. These conditions usually include diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol, but if your BMI is greater than 40, then it may not be required that there be any associated medical problems. Most insurance companies may require a history of previous attempts at weight loss in order to help you with the finance of your procedure, however call us today at 1.866.787.4484 to learn about your complete options.
Lap Band procedure in Van Nuys, Gastric Bypass, Gastric Banding available at Surgithin
Los Angeles Lap Band Surgeon Mark Paya MD, specializes in laparoscopic Roux, gastric bypass surgery and gastric banding procedures, including the LAP-BAND ® surgery. Dr. Paya is a fellowship trained Center of Excellence physician with experience and training in minimally invasive surgery, bariatrics and banding. Dr. Paya has performed over 1,000 weight loss surgeries to help patients lose over 27,000 and counting!
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