Obesity refers to the excess body fat. Physicians rely on your Body Mass Index (BMI) to know whether you are within healthy weight range or not. BMI of 30 and above would be considered obese. With an improved BMI of 40kg/m2 (or more)-or at 35kg/m2 (or above) and medical conditions (such as diabetes or heart disease)-this is referred to as morbid obesity (class 3 obesity).
Individuals who are obese can experience:
Obesity frequently occurs as a result of a combination of factors and these factors include:
You should not be alone in dealing with obesity. We have board-certified gastroenterologists and a caring staff to be sure that we develop your specific care plan in GastroDoxs in Katy. Give us a ring, or make a reservation and plan your consultation and begin finding your way to a healthier you. Call us now or book online to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward a healthier you.
We've successfully treated more than 4.3K 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.
Morbid obesity: Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is above 40 or a range of between 35 and 39.9 in case you have severe health complications related to obesity such as diabetes, heart diseases, or the sleep apnea. It is the worst type of obesity and in many cases, it needs specialized medical aid.
The severe or morbid obesity also referred to as the Class 3 obesity is associated with a BMI of 40 or higher. There is a much higher risk of complications in this level that includes cardiovascular disease, joint complications, and metabolic complications.
Any BMI morbid obesity designation indicates that your BMI is 40 kg/m 2 or more, or 35-39.9 kg/m 2 and one or more obesity-related conditions. It is applied to determine the patients who might require weight-loss measures which are intense.
Morbid obesity is listed as E66.01 in the ICD-10 classification. This code is used to ensure the correct medical record, billing, and treatment plans by the healthcare providers.
The overall ICD-10 agape of obesity is E66.9. It can be subjected to more specific codes such as E66.01 which is morbid obesity, depending on the type and severity of the obesity.
GastroDoxs is a Katy-based provider of individualized obesity treatment, such as nutrition consulting, for a fee-based low-calorie diets, weight loss exercise plans, behavioral therapy or support groups, prescription weight loss drugs, and bariatric surgery referrals, as needed.
You are at the right location: GastroDoxs is manned by board- certified gastroenterologists with an area of focus in digestive and weight health. The first step to begin your individual care plan is to call our Katy office and schedule a moment with our team or make a reservation online.
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Yes. We collaborate with reliable bariatric surgeons to monitor the state of our obesity experts. We offer pre-surgical assessment, post-surgical care and extended follow-ups to enable you to achieve the most out of surgical procedures and remain in shape.
Calls to most patients result in gradual weight loss that is sustainable, increased energy, improved sleep and decreased blood pressure or blood sugar levels in several months. The specific outcomes acquired are dependent on your progress point and therapy regimen as well as your compliance to lifestyle modifications.
