Exclusion criteria for bariatric surgery depend on insufficient BMI, absence of obesity-related health issues, and specific medical contraindications. Everyone faces a different situation, so checking with the doctors and your insurance is the best way to know what's right for you.Exclusion criteria for bariatric surgery depend on insufficient BMI, absence of obesity-related health issues, and specific medical contraindications. Everyone faces a different situation, so checking with the doctors and your insurance is the best way to know what's right for you.