I wish I lived in Illinois! My insurance co. Is awful! They would not pay for my surgery so it's out of pocket. And has been much more expensive than I thought with all the tests and such. I guess you have had your surgery now! How are you feeling? I'm due to have mine on Sept 11th, next Monday. I'm really nervous! It has been 3 1/2 months since my first appt. I really wanted the surgery much sooner. I'm even battling with the insurance co right now to approve the medications I need after surgery. I truly hope I'm doing the right thing!