I had a band to sleeve revision on March 29, 2013. I had the band put in in Spetember 2010. Started at 250, lost 92 lbs. I had a slip which caused severe acid reflux. The revision was not covered because my BMI was normal. I found a doctor who only charged me $5000 if the band removal could be done at the same time and was covered. All went well and I am loving my sleeve.