I have decided that I would like to have gastric lap-band surgery. Over the past 15 years my weight has yo yo-ed and I cannot seem to maintain the weight I lose. Please refrain from lectures on healthy living, diet and exercise. I have heard it all and totally agree….I just can’t seem to maintain those goals over a long period of time. Any suggestions on how to present a successful appeal to my insurance company that might compell them to cover the cost of this surgery?

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