Body Mass Index (BMI), is a combined measurement of your height and weight. BMI is not a perfect calculation, but usually when a person has a higher BMI, they also have a higher amount of body fat. Most insurance companies use this number to help determine if you'll be approved for weight-loss surgery.
BMI | Classification | Health Risk |
---|---|---|
Under 18.5 | Underweight | Minimal |
18.5 - 24.9 | Normal Weight | Minimal |
25 - 29.9 | Overweight | Increased |
30 - 34.9 | Obese | High |
35 - 39.9 | Severely Obese | Very High |
40 and Over | Morbidly Obese | Extremely High |