Weight Managment
This program includes diet, exercise, and behavioral modification and was developed in conjunction with the Lighter Lifestyles Program at Halifax Medical Center. Lighter Lifestyles offers a weight loss program tailored to meet your individual needs.
There are a variety of options to choose from, depending on how much weight you want to lose and how much guidance you desire. The program is offered at Halifax Medical Center and is professionally staffed by board-certified physicians, a licensed clinical social worker, a registered dietitian, and an exercise physiologist. It features a well-equipped exercise facility as part of your weight loss program at no additional charge.
You do not need a referral from your Health Care Provider in order to join the program. The only requirements are:
- Must be over the age of 18
- Must have been a Florida Health Care Plans member for at least six months
- Have a BMI of 30 or above. To calculate your BMI click here
If you meet the requirements, Florida Health Care Plans will pay 50% of the cost of the Lighter Lifestyles Program (excluding supplements and medications), paid only after you pay your 50%.
The Weight Management program is a requirement to be considered for Bariatric Surgery. A minimum of 16 weeks of the program is required before eligibility for surgery is even considered.
For more information on our Weight Management Program see our Weight Management Brochure.To access the document(s) Adobe Reader® must be installed on your computer. If you do not have Adobe Reader ®, you can download it for free by clicking here.
For more information about Bariatric Surgery, please review the East Coast Bariatrics Brochure or visit their website at eastcoastbariatrics.com. Please Check with your insurance provider to see what procedures are covered.
