Question Regarding Self-Pay Fills...

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I have a question to ask your opinion of... I thought I knew which way I was going to go, until tonight. So, I thought I'd run it by the forum in a couple of places, to get your valued opinions.

I am self-pay, went to Detroit for surgery. Fills were covered for 90 days. Anyway, the cost of us driving there, hotel, etc. adds up of course; After 90 days, the fills are $150.

I've received info here regarding fills about 45 minutes from me for $95. at a center.

Then, I called a very personable Doc who was recommended here (he's 5 minutes from me at a local hospital. I called his office to inquire if he'd do my fills. He called me back personally and provided me with his pager #, which I've used twice & he's called back quickly in both instances. Anyway, his office charges $130 and will attempt to bill your insurance. However, he has a $500 (self-pay fee) to take over your care - to become your band doc. You can call on him from now on end for all f/u band care and he sets you up with a nutrionist, if necessary.

Question: Would you pay the $500? Or just go to the center for $95.

Thanks for your feedback.

[julie.ann 1]

If you like him over Detroit the money would eventually add up. Have you looked into the fill center? Do they have good customer service? If the service is comparable I would drive the 45 minutes. If the service is no where comparable then that brings it down to a choice between saving money or having good health care. For some there may not be a choice because they can't afford the $500. If you can then again break it down to the simplest form

Save Money

or

Better Health Care and support.

[smsmithart 4]

Yeah I would go with the personal care over price..

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Thank you so much for your thoughts - I really the idea of knowing I have aftercare right at my back door. I have made the appointment and believe yt's the best choice.

Thank you