Who May Be Evaluated for Medical Weight-Management Treatment?
Treatment Starts With the Individual
Medical weight management is not one-size-fits-all.
Before treatment is prescribed, a licensed healthcare provider reviews relevant health information to determine whether an available treatment option is appropriate.
What May a Healthcare Provider Consider?
Depending on the treatment being considered, a provider may evaluate:
Age
Height and weight
Body mass index
Weight history
Weight-related health conditions
Medical history
Current medications
Previous treatments
Allergies
Potential contraindications
Pregnancy status
Treatment goals
Other relevant health information
Does BMI Determine Eligibility by Itself?
Not necessarily.
BMI can be one part of a medical evaluation, but a healthcare provider may consider multiple factors when determining whether treatment is appropriate.
Does Completing the Assessment Mean I Qualify?
No.
Completing a Bodi Envi assessment does not guarantee that a medication will be prescribed.
The assessment provides information for a licensed healthcare provider to review.
The healthcare provider independently determines whether treatment is medically appropriate.
What If a Particular Medication Isn't Appropriate?
A healthcare provider may determine that:
Another treatment should be considered
Additional information is needed
Treatment should be delayed
Prescription medication is not appropriate
The purpose of the evaluation is to make an individualized medical decision, not simply approve a requested medication.
Why Do You Ask About Other Medications?
Current medications can affect treatment decisions.
Some combinations may require additional consideration, monitoring or an alternative approach.
Patients should provide a complete and accurate medication list.
Why Do You Ask About Medical History?
Medical history helps the provider identify potential risks, contraindications and other factors that may affect treatment.
What Happens After the Assessment?
A licensed healthcare provider reviews the information submitted.
If additional information is needed, the care team may request it.
If treatment is appropriate, the provider determines the treatment plan.
If medication is prescribed, the prescription is sent to VialsRx, a licensed 503A pharmacy, for dispensing.
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