tammatha

relax, you will get through this! if you have made it this far, there is clearly a reason. you really want this, don't you? if you do, then have some confidence that everything will work out and you will be fine!

Congrats!

Hi I really don't have any advice for you but I'm glad you are going to a reputable place! I think it is so important to go to a good doctor who people have had good experiences with. But I would ask around with other doctors and get more opinions. But again, only go with reputable doctors!

Hi n2animals! I'm so sorry to hear about your inability to cover the lap band cost with insurance. I know it can be very expensive. I think it is one of the more expensive cosmetic surgeries you can get (if you even classified it as a cosmetic surgery). I think the procedure cost the same if you financed it or paid for it through your insurance. I guess finding the financing company is the hard part. I know CareCredit finances healthcare stuff but I don't think they finance lap band procedures. I actually financed a face lift through United Medical Credit. I had a very good experience and the overall loan process was very smooth. I know they finance lap band procedures too. If I were to get a lap band (I still don't know which is why i'm here) then I would finance it through United Medical Credit. Financing your procedures I think is always better because the money is more valuable to you now. You can check out the website @ www.unitedmedicalcredit.com Anyways, good luck with your new home purchase and applying for a loan for your lap band!