In the medical policy
The individual must have actively participated in non-surgical methods of weight reduction; these efforts must be fully
appraised by the physician requesting authorization for surgery
I need to know if going to a gym help? or what else do I need to do to get this part check off for requirements. HELP.. I have Anthums BC PPO
I have Aetna so it may not be the same, but I just told my PCP about all the past attempts I hade made using Weigh****chers, Slimfast, low carb, going to the gym etc. He put it all in the letter of recommendation. Plus he was the dr. that supervised my 6-month diet plan as well. Everything helps I think.