Has anyone been banded in the US that has paid for it out of pocket?

Stacey1985 · May 31, 2005

In canada the surgery isn't covered, I had to pay nearly $14,000.

thechatrooper · May 31, 2005

I paid $14,800 (the extra $800 was for the low-profile port) through extra money taken out in student loans...

I'm going to be in so much debt after I graduate college =(

alatina · May 31, 2005

I was a self pay-went to dr kuri in Tijuana and paid 9k-paid with our savings and now my ebay fund is depleted-lol.I was banded on April 27th

pattyann · June 4, 2005

Hi Danyielle! What's your BMI? I would still try your insurance company, the worse thing that can happen is they say no. It's worth the wait.

My BMI was only 38 so my insurance company wouldn't cover anything. I found out about a clinical study that Columbia University in NYC was doing for people who had a BMI between 30-40.

I had to shell out(charge) $12,000 before surgery, that includes three months after care and fills. Believe me, I wish I had that $12,000 to buy myself new clothes when I reach my goal weight.

I've heard great things about Dr. Ortiz in Tijuana, Mexico and his staff but remember , you'll probably have to find someone to do your fills here in the U.S.. What if there are complications after, you might have to go back to Mexico.

Whatever you decide, I wish you good luck! Take care!