Drove 2.5 Hours and FillUSA called to cancel

skyeblu79 · June 10, 2007

Thanks Smatyas!!

smatyas · June 12, 2007

No Problem.

losethechains · June 12, 2007

Thanks for your info! My wife and I were banded in mexico, and also live in Chattanooga (Hixson) and have been to Mexico for our first fill. We have been weighing the options, but the cost for many local folks is just too high for the "program". (Dr. Ponce, etc) But, if there's someone at memorial, that might be better than flying to Mexico several times, and we've both been a little leary of Fillcenters USA because of the feedback we've read. decisions, decisions. thanks again for the post!

StacieM · June 13, 2007

So Smat... is there going to be one in Torrance? I live there and would prefer to not worry about traveling far...

Reesh · June 13, 2007

Hi Everyone,

I am very annoyed that my insurance is not covering my fill - I got a statement from Horizon BC/BS that I'm responsible for my 1st fill which is $900 (with fluoroscope). I think that's alot of money for a little bit of saline and the exam wasn't even 10 minutes long. If anyone knows of any fill doctors down in this area - I live near Toms RIver, I sure would appreciate it. Also, I would be interested to find out what everyone pays plus what is the usual amount of saline they put in you. Thanks.

smatyas · June 14, 2007

Stacie, I am working on one in the greater Los Angeles Area. It is my hopes that one will be available in July...

alohajo · June 14, 2007

Smatyas, Is there any where in WAsshington state that I can geta fill. Or better yet, are they looking at opening one in Hawaii

StacieM · June 14, 2007

Thanks Smatyas... I prefer not to cross the border and wait in line...(smiles) I am not even having procedure done until then...

FurEllie · June 14, 2007

Smatyas, Is there any where in WAsshington state that I can geta fill. Or better yet, are they looking at opening one in Hawaii

NOW we're talkin'! I could go on vacation and get a fill on my way home :rolleyes:

Is it just my perception or are the centers in smaller towns? Seems they'd make a killing opening one in Atlanta or one of the burbs instead of Moultrie.

smatyas · June 15, 2007

Just an FYI... Historically,the LA area has been a very difficult place to actually keep the interested, interested. There have been a number of providers that have signed up for training that never got up and running for one reason or another.

StacieM · June 15, 2007

Smat, I would think LA would be "the area" why is it so hard here?

smatyas · June 18, 2007

liability usually... California is a very litigious state.

StacieM · June 19, 2007

lol so true. And to think I didn't quite finish law school (only one semester). How is it looking for the LA area for a fill center?

smatyas · June 19, 2007

I should be speaking with the Doctor today... I will certainly keep you updated.

On another note.

Darlene Zebley has signed a lease on a place in the Atlanta area. As soon as there is a date for opening, I will post the information.

CathyMDS · June 20, 2007

I drove to Moultrie, Ga last saturday and saw Darlene for a fill. It was a LONG day.. We left Atlanta at 6am and got home at 5pm. It's a full four hour drive down there but it was a great experience. Darlene is awesome. She put me at ease right away. The fill went so smoothly that now I'm wondering why I was so nervous. I can't wait for her to get to Atlanta. I"m glad I made the drive.

Cathy