self pay woes

[RebecaSparkles 247]

Get a lawyer even if your plan doesnt cover wls at all they cannot offer treatment for other things & not for obesity.

The local bariatric center said they always recommend a lawyer before self pay because that way your follow up is covered. If you have complications then they'll cover it.

A few hundred for a lawyer is much cheaper than thousands for self pay.

allons-y

[Beach Lover 1,084]

My surgery was in Boca Raton with Dr. Shillingford he is all inclusive with 2 days in the hospital and he charges $10,500. Fantastic surgeon!! Good luck on your search!!

[bon1984 4]

I am doing self pay. I hit my 401k. If you have a 401k you can borrow against it for medial expenses that insurance doesn't cover.

I know you say Mexico is not an option. But there are two girls in our dept that went and had a great experience. I myself am headed over the border 9/2. Complications can occur whether you have surgery in the states or in another country. My friend ended up with a complication from one of the best surgeons in our area. Yet the two that went to Mexico had no problems. But I understand not wanting to be far from your doctor. When I started this adventure my husband being the guy that is my rock reminded me that thousands of people go to other countries all the time to get surgery done.

Good luck! I hope you can find the answer!