jules99

Hello everyone, I have an insurance plan that has a specific exclusion for weight loss procedures and I'm a graduate student who is unable to pay 20k and up. I'm wondering a few things... Are there any self-pay, private insurance companies that allow for lap-band procedures? Has anyone been successful with clinical trials? I can't find any in my area (North Carolina) Are there any unique/creative ways that people have found to help with the funding process? I don't qualify for private loans so that's not an option. I know this is a LONG shot. But...you never know Thanks

Hello everyone! I've seen a few threads about self-pay options but the costs reporeted seem a few years old in most of the posts. Anyone recently self-pay that can share the total cost with me?

Hello! If anyone has had the lap band done in Charlotte could you provide me with a little information about your experience? I'm currently looking for a doctor but I'd like to make sure I'm in good hands

Wow, it really seems like the mid-west is the place to be. I can't find any prices around 10k on the east coast! Gonna keep searching though! Thanks guys

Thanks guys! I'm in Charlotte, NC but those prices sound reasonable! Hopefully, I'll get a few more responses!

I called my insurance provider today BC/BS of Oregan and they said WLS is an exclusion to the plan. Of course! However, my question is this... Many people that work from home or have small business often purchase their own insurance plans. Has anyone researched this method? Even with the hefty premiums, it's not as bad as a $20k surgury! Thanks

Well, my employer's headquarters are in OR, however, I live in NY. So what you're saying is that my husband and I could apply for small business insurance and pay the premiums and be covered for this type of surgury? Thanks for all your help:)