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Surgeon Testimonial Aviv Ben-Meir, M.D. My first meeting with Dr. Ben-Meir was in February, 2007. My first impression was that he was a kind, self-confident surgeon. He answered my questions, did not rush me and when leaving the office, stated to me that he would take good care of me. After surgery, I saw him twice before leaving the hospital. Every precaution was taken to ensure an uneventful surgery..to reduce complications which could occur. He emphasized aftercare, made certain I understood everything and was ALWAYS VERY PLEASANT! A+ for surgical competence and bedside manner. I would recommend him to anyone contemplating RNY or lapband surgery. Over all, I felt they have a very good structured program, however since I wound up having to go self pay, I think was a bit of a wrench in the "normal works". There were times that I felt my case specialist took too long in addressing my calls, following up on my appeal, and at times almost seemed like she had no clue who I was. I understand there are hundreds of people that come and go through their doors, but let's face it, we want and need to feel that they know about "my case and my medical history". The PAT went flawlessly as did the group meeting with the dietician. They provided detailed printed materials needed for Pre and Post-op, addressed risks of the surgery and even though you left overwhelmed, you left with a confidence. When I asked the cost of the total package to have this surgery, I was told $4,000 for the surgeon, $15,450 for the hospital which was all inclusive, and a bill for anesthesia approx. $2,000-$4,000 and would be discounted if paid immediately. If any problems were to happen, of course there would be additional charges. 6 weeks after my surgery, bills started rolling in above and beyond those quoted to me, bills for various doctors, and then the mother load of a bill came in for $9,850 ABOVE AND BEYOND WHAT I ALREADY PAID! I feel I was grossly misinformed! Now I have to figure out how to come up with $10,000! I am very upset about all of this! UPDATE 12-12-07 GREAT NEWS! They screwed up in sending the request for coverage to my insurance. This was for the charges I paid for PRIOR TO SURGERY. Thank goodness.......I now can get on with my life and the holidays without the worry of how I was going to cough up another $10,000. Member Interests
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Upcoming WLS Group Meetings
I have been researching, and making contacts in order to line up guest speakers for future WLS group meetings. I handed out to all members a questionnaire asking them if and which guest speakers they may be interested in. So............for the April meeting, I had Peter, the dietitian from CCBS, which was a splendid presentation. I have scheduled for June, a highly accredited plastic surgeon to discuss plastics after bariatric surgery. I am really looking forward to his lecture. I spoke with a psychologist and she agreed to speak with our group in August. Topic will be the emotional relationship with food, pre and post-op. I am so excited and hope that the members will be excited as well. I also have planned in between speakers to furnish samples of the various snacks and foods that were generously sent by the vendors listed on the group leader board. My life has been so full since I have had my WLS and want to share my happiness and enthusiasm with everyone. If I can help just one person along the way....life is good! 0 Comment(s)
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