Bariatric Care Partnerships | Psychological Evaluations for Surgery Candidates

1. Pre-Surgical Psychological Evaluations

We provide timely, compliant, and clinically sound pre-surgical psychological assessments for all bariatric candidates. Each evaluation identifies potential barriers — such as eating behaviors, mood disorders, and support system readiness — while highlighting strengths that predict long-term success.

Comprehensive evaluations that meet insurer and accreditation requirements.

2. Streamlined Reporting and Communication

Our team delivers concise, insurer-ready reports that integrate directly into your EMR or portal. We communicate clearly with your care team, ensuring each provider understands the patient’s readiness level and any recommendations for pre-surgical follow-up.

Fast turnaround. No administrative lift for your team.

3. Behavioral Health Support Before and After Surgery

Surgery is only the beginning of the behavioral change process. IPS offers optional pre- and post-operative counseling to address body image, emotional eating, and adjustment challenges — helping patients maintain motivation and avoid regression.

Supporting long-term weight-loss maintenance and mental wellness.

4. Partnership That Works Within Your Program

IPS integrates seamlessly with your existing workflow — scheduling directly with patients, documenting in your EMR, and aligning with your program’s protocols and accreditation standards. Whether you perform a handful of surgeries per month or manage a large multi-site program, we scale to your needs.

Your patients. Your process. Our behavioral health expertise.

Our Evaluation Process

Each assessment follows a structured, evidence-based framework tailored to bariatric surgery programs:

1. Clinical Interview: Exploring patient history, motivations, and expectations for surgery.
   
2. Psychological Testing: Standardized tools assessing eating behaviors, mood, and coping mechanisms.
   
3. Readiness Analysis: Evaluating lifestyle change capacity, adherence risk, and support systems.
   
4. Written Report: Delivered within 3–5 business days, including clear clinical recommendations.
   
5. Follow-Up Support (Optional): Pre- or post-operative counseling to reinforce success.
   

Every report is designed to meet insurance, hospital, and ASMBS (American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery) documentation standards.

Program Benefits

• Streamlined evaluations and faster surgical clearances
  
• Improved compliance with insurer and accreditation requirements
  
• Reduced administrative workload for coordinators
  
• Better long-term outcomes through behavioral support
• Enhanced patient satisfaction and preparedness