Medical weight management is a specialized program led by doctors and healthcare professionals dedicated to helping you achieve safe, sustainable weight control. It includes personalized nutrition plans, supervised physical activity programs (monitored by a gastroenterologist and multidisciplinary team), prescription medications when necessary (ICD-10 code: Z79.84), and regular follow-ups to track your progress and maintain results.
Medical weight management may be recommended if you are experiencing:
Weight gain or difficulty losing weight can arise from multiple causes. Identifying these factors helps tailor your treatment plan effectively:
Ready to achieve lasting weight loss with professional medical support? Schedule your personalized Medical Weight Management consultation with GastroDoxs in Houston today. Call us at 832-476-1649 or book online to begin your journey toward a healthier, more confident you. Our caring team is here to guide you every step of the way.
We've successfully treated more than 3K patients, helping individuals improve their digestive health and overall well-being through expert, personalized care.
With over 20 years of experience, GastroDoxs has been a trusted provider of gastroenterology care, focusing on delivering the best outcomes for patients
Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
Medical weight loss is a physician-supervised plan that combines personalized diet guidance, physical activity, and, when appropriate, prescribed medications to help you lose weight safely and effectively.
Unlike fad diets, our program is scientifically designed to meet your specific medical needs. It focuses on long-term success, ensuring weight loss that is both healthy and sustainable.
Yes. When weight-loss medications are prescribed for ongoing use, the appropriate billing code is ICD-10 Z79.84.
Coverage depends on your individual insurance plan. Our team will gladly help you verify your benefits and explain any costs or copayments involved.
Not always. Some insurance providers require a referral, while others do not. You can call your insurance company or contact our office, and we’ll assist in confirming your requirements.
Many patients begin to see meaningful progress within 3 to 6 months. Our continuous coaching and follow-up care ensure long-term results and ongoing lifestyle success.
Adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes, typically qualify for our program.
GastroDoxs is not a surgical facility; however, if surgery is required, we coordinate care with top-rated bariatric surgeons in Houston to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Follow-up visits are usually scheduled every 4 to 6 weeks. Additional visits may be arranged if you begin new medication or require closer monitoring.
Yes. We’ll review your previous diet efforts, identify what worked and what didn’t, and design a customized medical weight management plan to help you achieve lasting success.
