If you have Level Health insurance and have been thinking about bariatric surgery, you may be closer to taking that step than you realise. One of the most common reasons people delay exploring weight loss surgery is uncertainty around insurance cover. Many assume it will not be included, so they never check.
In reality, Level Health policies can offer hospital cover that may allow access to bariatric surgery, depending on your plan and medical criteria. The only way to know for sure is to look at your individual policy — and that is where we can help.
Who May Be Eligible for Insurance-Supported Bariatric Surgery?
Most insurers in Ireland, including Level Health, follow international medical guidelines when assessing bariatric surgery. These usually include:
- A Body Mass Index of 40 or higher
- Or a Body Mass Index of 35 or higher with related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnoea, or uncontrolled high blood pressure.If you meet these criteria, surgery may be considered medically necessary rather than elective. This is an important distinction when insurance decisions are made.
Why It Is Worth Checking Your Cover
We regularly speak with patients who are surprised to learn that their health insurance will cover bariatric surgery. Many had assumed surgery would be self-pay and had ruled it out entirely. Bariatric surgery remains the best treatment currently available for patient living the chronic disease of obesity.
Checking your Level Health cover does not commit you to surgery. It simply gives you clarity. Knowing what is covered allows you to make an informed decision, rather than one based on assumptions.
At Blackrock WeightCare, we see how often people delay life-changing treatment simply because they did not realise support might already be in place.
How Blackrock WeightCare Supports Level Health Patients
Navigating insurance can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already dealing with health concerns. Our team supports you by:
- Reviewing your Level Health policy details
- Advising on eligibility and next steps
- Guiding you through the pre-approval process if required
- Explaining any potential out-of-pocket costs clearly and honestly
Our goal is to remove uncertainty and help you understand your options, at your own pace.
A Gentle First Step
If you have Level Health insurance and bariatric surgery is something you have been thinking about, the first step does not have to be a big one. Simply understanding what your policy covers can bring a lot of clarity and peace of mind.
Taking a few minutes to check your cover can help you understand your options and decide whether this path feels right for you, now or in the future. There is no pressure and no commitment, just clear information to help you make an informed choice.
If you would like help checking your Level Health cover or learning more about how the process works at Blackrock WeightCare, click here – Check your Cover.
Your Health. We Care.
