Vegas Bandsters - Support Group

[mominlv13 1]

check with specialkay???

[nannypants 0]

I live in Logandale and would love to attend the August meeting. We are leaving on vacation on July 12th, so I can't be there then. This is great!

[Cadets71 1]

Confirming the date: SUNDAY, JULY 13th

The Place: Cafe Babareeba at the Fashion Show Mall

The TIme: 1:00 pm

I will make a reservation under Mary McCarthy.

[Yvonne72 0]

Hi Everyone... I finally found the post... You already have me listed on the RSVP list! :biggrin2:

I'm really looking forward to meeting those of you I have not yet had the pleasure of meeting and comparing notes with all of you as well... Even though my family and friends have been wonderful, it's going to be a huge help to have other bandsters to sit and talk with...

I don't get to the regular meetings- so this will be great for me...

[Cadets71 1]

Hey Everyone,

I made our reservations today and since then had a cancellation. There are two others I am no longer sure about. If you decide that you cannot make it, PLEASE let me know so I can call the restaurant and let them know.

[beckbat 0]

Hey everyone!

I'm new also and waiting to get banded. What I want to know is which DR did everyone go with and what was the average cost. My insurance will only cover 80% up to $8,000. My sister is pitching in the rest for a b-day gift. I'm trying to get an average cost with pre-op, surgery, and post-op. So far, I've had two quotes for $16,000 which didn't include pre-op stuff. Thanks to anyone who can reply....

[georgebals 0]

I had my band from Surgical Weight Control Center. Dr.Soong & Dr. Atkinson did the very good deed. On 1/15/08. I just got a new bill. I'm on Social Security Disability. My understanding is that there are 3 different basic prices. For me it was-medicare pays 80%. I had payed $1.025.00. plus to pay pre-op blood work. With regular insurance, I think it was a $750 to North Vista Hospital. Self pay is least expensive. Also you don't have to stay overnite. North Vista Hospital bills for SWCC. This new bill is less than $500. There are other bills. Make sure you are ready for the fastest changes in your life. Learn, read & attend meetings. Get it in your head you will skip down the hall after surgery.Sounds like you have a great Sister. I do to. For me & also most people I Talk to this is the best thing in our lives. I have the best support groups, SWCC, a shrink group, my sister & the Monte Carlo Poker Room. Wish you the very best of luck. The Band is your new full time job. Sorry I don't have exact $$$ figures. It will be different for each person. So will your weight loss. Down over #117 pounds in less than 6 short months. It's work & a struggle every day but well worth it. I've had a bunch of surgerys. Spine fusion here in town, where you try to stand post-op. It's easy with less weight. Pain goes down. You will find it's all in your head. Hasta Pronto, George

[beckbat 0]

Thanks, George.

So far all I've come up with is that Dr.Atkinson and Dr. Teng both charge around $16,000. I'm just biting my nails. My sister said that that sounded high compared to what she paid . She couldn't remember the exact cost of her surgery, but she thought it was around $12,000. Although she hasn't said that she would refuse to pay if the surgery ended up costing that, I feel like she was taken back with the cost. I just want this part to be over with and move on to weight loss. I can't imagine another year feeling this way.....

[DANDY75 0]

Hey everyone!

I'm new also and waiting to get banded. What I want to know is which DR did everyone go with and what was the average cost. My insurance will only cover 80% up to $8,000. My sister is pitching in the rest for a b-day gift. I'm trying to get an average cost with pre-op, surgery, and post-op. So far, I've had two quotes for $16,000 which didn't include pre-op stuff. Thanks to anyone who can reply....

Hi beckbat,

I was banded 4/21 by Dr Atkinson, all my pre-op stuff was done thru my primary care doctor and was covered by insurance. The surgery and post op with Dr. Atkinson was $16,000 total. My insurance would only cover $5000, so I had to pay $11,000, this covered the doctor and the hospital stay for one nite. Hope this helps.:thumbup:

[beckbat 0]

Thanks Dandy75.

[deanntucker 1]

Hi I just had lapband surgery on July 11th and I am moving to LV on the 21st.. Would love to join your support group. Please let me know when you have another meeting so I can join....

Thanks, DeAnn

[Yvonne72 0]

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/nevada-local-lap-band-support/69457-vegas-bandsters-august-get-together-all-invited.html#post919373

This link will bring you to the August Invitation...

Hope you can make it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!