Many insurance companies are now requiring patients to show proof of participating in a medically supervised diet, before they will authorize surgical weight loss. The amount of time varies with different insurance companies. This frustrates and stalls many patients. If you are considering surgical weight loss in the future, start preparing now by seeing your physician and starting your diet before starting the process. You will be ahead of the game.
Published on April 7, 2011 by Michael Russo
By Smart Dimensions
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