Paying $325.00 per fill, too much?

bigjim6278 · March 23, 2008

I was banded in St. Louis and my doc filled for $100. but moved to mississippi and because they call it a foregin band , they want $1500 to fill for one year no exceptions. since I am 2 yrs out I would only fill 1 or 2 times a year. that makes it outrageous. I am currently seeking info on proper needles for self fill.

massa36 · March 24, 2008

Does anyone know if Fill Centers USA, does fills for patients from any patient from any Dr? My dr. charges 275 per fill!

destiny79 · March 24, 2008

yeah fill USA does fills for anyone, My Dr. don't do fills but the hospital I had my surgery at charges 150.00 if you had your surgery at that hospital and 500.00:scared2: if you didn't , but my Dr. paid for the first 2 I am schedule for my third fill on 4/7/08 but I don't think I will need it I still feel the effects of the second one 1.5 month later

Michee · March 24, 2008

Wow this is a great thread, I hope all those who are considering getting the band read all the posts with great local info on prices. It really helps when people know all the facts when choosing a band clinic.

I paid 16K for my band, which by most standards is a lot of buckaroos, but since my fills are free and the clinic is only a 15 minute drive from my house, perhaps it was money well spent.

I think I am at a "sweet spot" for right now, and it took 5 fills.

BIGDSWIFE · March 24, 2008

The outrageous fill prices and gouging of the insurance companies is part of the reason why most insurances wont pay. We are out of pocket, no exceptions and i'm thinking they mentioned in the seminar that the fills at our surgeon is only $75. However, I'm going to double check this in the morning. I cant believe they can charge 300-1500 and get away with it!!