Q: what are the guidelines that qualify a patient for weight loss surgery?

<350 pounds: You need to reach 350 pounds if u are above that or you need to be 100 pounds overweight than your bmi if you have comorbidities that is affecting your health you might be a candidate too.

Q: when does someone qualify for corrective eye surgery?

LASIK: Depening on your eye glasses prescription (how long eye is, amount of astigmatism [curvature of cornea or lens is not spherical), pre-operative risk factors (ie, any dry eye, autoimmune, Herpes history, etc), your eyeMD can determine if you are a candidate. More info: eyedoc2020@blogspot.com

Q: is it possible for me to qualify for medical marijuana because two spine surgery?

It depends: This depends on the laws in your state, and how physicians treating you evaluate your condition. Just having spine surgery would not be an automatic reason for medical marijuana, no. If you&#x27;re having pain, a spinal surgery and/or pain medicine consult might be in order.

Question 1

who qualifies for scoliosis surgery?

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Curve size : There are multiple considerations and I would not hesitate to be seen.  That being said, and purely from a structural perspective, curves less than 45 degrees do not progress in adulthood and in general do not cause problems; where as curves over 45 degrees continue to progress and surgery is recommended.

Question 2

how to know if i would qualify for scoliosis surgery?

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Scoliosis: Best to be evaluated by a spine surgeon and go from there.

Question 3

when does someone qualify for lasik surgery?

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After an evaluation: with your eye doctor, they will let you know if you qualify. Important factors are a stable prescription, a thick enough cornea to treat, and no existing eye diseases. The goal is ensure safety and satisfaction after the surgery. Good luck

Question 4

how to know if i qualify for lap band surgery?

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Not first option: See your doctor will refer you to weight loss centre near you , after work up  first will try  non operative medical measures  ; treatments , if you really want to loose weight and work with them you will , if your fail then prepare you for right surgery for you. Best benefits are obtained by following the protocol of that institute

Question 5

what body type will qualify for gastric band surgery?

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It's BMI: Body type is not important as bmi or the ratio of height and weight is.

Question 6

how much do you need to weigh to qualify to have gastric bypass surgery?

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Obesity, and...: Obesity is the main health problem to qualify. Bmi (body mass index) >40, or >35 with associated health problems such as diabetes, sleep apnea, hypertension. Formerly had to be "morbidly obese" >100 pounds (45 kg) over ideal body weight. Bmi=wt (kg)/sqht (meters). Can be thrown off if very muscular. Measures weight not amount of fat.

Question 7

i am disabled and need cataract surgery. can i qualify for medicare early?

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Disability: You may qualify for medicaid due to your disability. You need to look into this further though.

Question 8

what are the guidelines that qualify a patient for weight loss surgery?

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<350 pounds: You need to reach 350 pounds if u are above that or you need to be 100 pounds overweight than your bmi
if you have comorbidities that is affecting your health you might be a candidate too.

Question 9

when does someone qualify for corrective eye surgery?

Accepted Answer

LASIK: Depening on your eye glasses prescription (how long eye is, amount of astigmatism [curvature of cornea or lens is not spherical), pre-operative risk factors (ie, any dry eye, autoimmune, Herpes history, etc), your eyeMD can determine if you are a candidate. More info: eyedoc2020@blogspot.com

Question 10

is it possible for me to qualify for medical marijuana because two spine surgery?

Accepted Answer

It depends: This depends on the laws in your state, and how physicians treating you evaluate your condition.  Just having spine surgery would not be an automatic reason for medical marijuana, no.  If you&#x27;re having pain, a spinal surgery and/or pain medicine consult might be in order.

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