If you self pay.........

[AudreyZ 0]

Do you have to have a referal from your doctor? Also, do you have to pay it all off at once?

I just had a diabetes screening today- that lovely glucose test. My doctor also sent me to a GYN for a bunch of tests, all came back fine. I still have to have a hormone test- last month, I couldn't have it done, because Aunt Flo paid her visit on time, instead of being late as usual. :cry I just feel like I am getting the run around from my doctor- all of my tests come back fine, I knew they would, and I am sure he did as well. I am so frustrated right now, I am about to give up hope. Sorry for being a downer, but I am tired of the long wait for a damn referral number from this doctor!

Thanks for your help. I gained another 10 pounds this month, and the doctor doesn't believe the Zoloft is the cause. :angry

[Marimaru 7]

I think it depends on the Doctor. Dr. Kuri works with a company for financing according to his website. There are other ways you might be able to get loans, even if you had to pay your doctor up front.

I think if you self pay you don't need a referral. Referrals are usually for insurance purposes. How long have you been fighting your doctor? It might be worth not paying for it to wait until he refers you, but on the other hand, it might be worth the money to you not to monkey around. :cool:

[claraluz 2]

You don't need a referral if you self pay, but I would advise being patient. You would still have to have all of the same tests even as a self-pay. The tests are to make sure that you don't have another problem that is contributing to your obesity and that you are healthy enough for surgery. It's hard to be patient, I know, but if it saves you thousands of dollars, wouldn't it be worth it?

Nancy