4 Things to Know About Weight Loss Surgery
3. Some procedures are not reversible
Depending on what procedure you opt for or is done on you, the procedure becomes irreversible. If it is just the insertion of a gastric band around your stomach, it can be removed, but if certain parts have been removed to reduce the size, it becomes irreversible and you will have to live with it.
4. It is always good to consult your insurance agency before you opt for the procedure as not all policies cover weight loss surgery
Not all insurance policies cover the whole cost of a weight loss surgery and a surgery can cost upwards of 20,000 dollars. Depending on the health issues that are caused by your obesity the insurance cover may vary. Get an insurance cover that will help you deal with the costs incurred by the surgery.
Bariatric surgeries are not successful on everyone. It depends on the age and also the lifestyle of the patient. Surgeries on obese, older people have proven to have no effect on the longevity of the patient. But whatever your reasons, make sure you get it done by a reputed surgeon who can also take care of your post-operative requirements.
