was denied benefits for gastric bypass but it is not the same procedure as lap band?

My insurance co BC/BS of Illinois PPO denied me for gastric bypass even after I hired Walter Lindstrom. My question is: My surgeon submiited for pre-approval for a RNY gastric bypass procedure that they denied. Do you think it would make any difference if technically I wasn't getting a bypass procedure done but decided to try the Lap Band? I was told that I "do not meet the medical necessity guidelines in use by the plan". My BMI is 47.5 and I have high cholestoerol, diabetes, arthritis, thyroid problems,asthma, carpal tunnel, on and on I could go. The Lap Band is not a bypass procedure. Should I re-submit asking for pre-approval for this? Any thoughts are welcome! thanks

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