Self Pay Surgeons

[crosswind 134]

Hi there. I am absolutely committed to getting sleeved as soon as is reasonably possible -- the issue is the price and I wonder if anyone could help me.

I am looking at surgery from Drs. Hung and Taddeuci. The thing that sold me on this surgery was that global insurance was included in the price of 6100 dollars for the surgical fee. The local hospital charges 12,500 for all fees and an overnight stay and then the pre-op assessments are roughly another thousand dollars. So I'm at 20K.

If I could find a cheaper surgeon to fly to with the global insurance to cover complications I would go there instead. This is the only reason I don't want to go to Mexico -- I don't care if its in Mexico and I'm sure they make you safe when you go, but there is no coverage for aftercare and I have no health insurance at all. In the event of complications I would be on my own with a huge bill and no recourse.

Is there another, cheaper self-pay surgeon with a package that includes this kind of insurance? Thanks.

[Foxbins 625]

One of the insurances is called BLIS. You might try googling BLIS surgeons and see if you can get a list of those who participate and then go from there. Good luck!

[Mystee 2]

Hi there. I am absolutely committed to getting sleeved as soon as is reasonably possible -- the issue is the price and I wonder if anyone could help me.

I am looking at surgery from Drs. Hung and Taddeuci. The thing that sold me on this surgery was that global insurance was included in the price of 6100 dollars for the surgical fee. The local hospital charges 12,500 for all fees and an overnight stay and then the pre-op assessments are roughly another thousand dollars. So I'm at 20K.

If I could find a cheaper surgeon to fly to with the global insurance to cover complications I would go there instead. This is the only reason I don't want to go to Mexico -- I don't care if its in Mexico and I'm sure they make you safe when you go, but there is no coverage for aftercare and I have no health insurance at all. In the event of complications I would be on my own with a huge bill and no recourse.

Is there another, cheaper self-pay surgeon with a package that includes this kind of insurance? Thanks.

You are close to me in Kansas City, Missouri. I am going through Malley Surgical & New Hope Bariatrics in Shawnee, KS and am doing self-pay. It is $16,500 total for everything and up to a years worth of visits and a 2 day hospital stay. it covers everthing that I am aware of. I do not know about the insurance though since I do have medical insurance to cover any emergencies. A lot of the site talks about Lap Band but they do the sleeve as well. Here is the number if you want to give them a call: 913-492-2530

So far everyone has been very caring and great to work with during the experiences I have had with them so far. But if you want to stay local call around. Weight Loss Surgery Center wanted $17,900 so they can vary a lot.

[Brother J 11]

DONT FORGET ANESTHESIA FEES. MINE WERE $4000.

[Mystee 2]

DONT FORGET ANESTHESIA FEES. MINE WERE $4000.

the $16,500 I am paying covers everything including Anesthesia

[Marti 5]

I am using Dr David Kim in Colleyville, TX and I am paying 12,300 and it includes everything that has been mentioned in this post-

Dr Kim, his assistant, anesthesiologist, hospital, radiologist, follow up for 1 year.

I have been researching his practice for 4 years and have now saved the money to proceed. Surgery March 22 and am so very excited.

Check out his website at www.drdkim.com

[Brother J 11]

the $16,500 I am paying covers everything including Anesthesia

[Brother J 11]

Lucky you. Your surgeon fee likely includes the surgical assistant's fee as well. overall, your surgery cost at least $4000 less than mine. again, lucky you.

[BajaMedGroup 6]

Hi there. I am absolutely committed to getting sleeved as soon as is reasonably possible -- the issue is the price and I wonder if anyone could help me.

I am looking at surgery from Drs. Hung and Taddeuci. The thing that sold me on this surgery was that global insurance was included in the price of 6100 dollars for the surgical fee. The local hospital charges 12,500 for all fees and an overnight stay and then the pre-op assessments are roughly another thousand dollars. So I'm at 20K.

If I could find a cheaper surgeon to fly to with the global insurance to cover complications I would go there instead. This is the only reason I don't want to go to Mexico -- I don't care if its in Mexico and I'm sure they make you safe when you go, but there is no coverage for aftercare and I have no health insurance at all. In the event of complications I would be on my own with a huge bill and no recourse.

Is there another, cheaper self-pay surgeon with a package that includes this kind of insurance? Thanks.

Don't forget that Medical Tourism is always an option. Many skilled surgeons with training in the states operate in Mexico. Including travel costs...you pay less than half of what you are looking at right now.

Best,

[Brother J 11]

Foreign surgery is a cost-effective option and quality should be excellent as thats all they do. I have a lot of medical complication from my obesity and wanted doctors I know involved with my care so foreign surgery was not a prudent option for me.