Morbid obesity due to excess calories occurs when your body stores more fat than it can use, usually from eating more calories than you burn. Over time, this leads to a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher (or 35+ if you have obesity-related health issues like diabetes or high blood pressure). The ICD-10 code for this condition is E66.01.
In the early stages, you may not notice much beyond weight gain. As morbid obesity progresses, you might experience:
Morbid obesity from excess calories often develops when multiple factors combine to promote fat storage:
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Morbid obesity is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or a BMI of 35 or greater when accompanied by serious obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes or heart disease.
Morbid obesity most often develops gradually over many years due to a persistent caloric imbalance, making it a chronic condition. However, certain medical or lifestyle changes can sometimes lead to more rapid weight gain.
Regular obesity refers to a BMI between 30 and 39.9, while morbid obesity is a more severe form (BMI ?40) that carries significantly higher risks for complications like cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea, and joint problems.
Yes. Hormonal imbalances-such as thyroid dysfunction, insulin resistance, or leptin resistance-can affect appetite, metabolism, and fat storage, contributing to excessive weight gain.
The CPT code 278.01 is commonly used for laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures. Additional CPT codes may apply for related services like pre- and post-operative care, nutritional counseling, and follow-up visits.
Absolutely. Many patients achieve significant weight loss through a combination of nutritional counseling, lifestyle modifications, behavioral therapy, and FDA-approved medications-often under close medical supervision.
Post-surgery, you will have regular follow-up appointments to monitor healing, check vitamin and mineral levels, adjust dietary plans, and support long-term lifestyle changes to ensure sustained weight loss.
Contact GastroDoxs in Cypress to schedule an evaluation. Our multidisciplinary team-including dietitians, behavioral therapists, and bariatric surgeons-will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
When performed by experienced surgical teams and accompanied by comprehensive pre- and post-operative care, bariatric surgery is generally safe, with low complication rates and proven long-term benefits.
Many insurance plans cover medically necessary weight-loss treatments, including nutritional counseling, medications, and bariatric surgery. Our team assists you with insurance verification, CPT coding, and pre-authorization processes.
