Qualifying for Bariatric Surgery
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Am I a good candidate for weight loss surgery?
To qualify for bariatric surgery, you'll need to meet the following:
✔️ You've attempted weight loss with behavior modification or medical treatment
✔️ You are committed to long-term lifestyle change
✔️ Your have a BMI (Body Mass Index) over 40 or BMI over 35 with weight-related medical issues. Calculate your BMI below:
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Think you qualify, what's next?
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1. Let's Talk
Contact us to get started. Improve your health and change your life: You can do this!
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2. Verify Insurance Coverage
It’s important that you understand all the considerations in working with your insurance, as well as the other financing options that are available to you.
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3. Watch our Webinar
Meet the surgeons and get a better understanding of bariatric surgery.
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4. Join our Support Groups
Connect with others who are awaiting surgery or have gone through a procedure at Baptist. We host live virtual sessions and moderate an active Facebook group.
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5. Pre-Op Consultation & Evaluations
Next, you'll meet with one of the bariatric surgeons, our nutritionist, psychologist and other specialists.
During this time, various tests will be performed to ensure you are physically and emotionally ready for your upcoming weight loss surgery.
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6. It's go time! Surgery
Once the above steps are complete and there are no unforeseen issues, you will be scheduled for surgery.
This is the beginning of your new life!
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Get Started (FA test)
Complete this form and we will reach out to you.
Surgery is available downtown at Baptist Jacksonville or in Fleming Island at Baptist Clay.
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