Question:
What are out of pocket costs for fobi w/Dr. Husted?

I am fairly certain my insurance (UHC, POS)will cover my surgery, but I am concerned about out of pocket costs. I understand Dr. Husted requires a "deposit" (refundable after ins. pays)prior to surgery. I am just concerned-how much am I going to have to spend prior to surgery. And what if I get denied after paying for office visits, etc.?    — Anne F. (posted on July 11, 2002)

July 11, 2002
Anne, Dr. Husted's office requires an upfront payment of $3500, or $5000 if you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, which you don't. I paid $107 for my first consultation, and I understand that most insurance companies do not cover this visit. Depending on how much your insurance pays for the surgery, you usually get a refund on the upfront payment, but one patient told me it took almost two years to get her refund. By then, I would forget it, and it would seem like winning a small lottery! Good luck to you. Ginger
   — Ginger N.

June 22, 2003
I dont know what the costs are for this doctor but I had surgery from Doctor Fobi himself and I paid out of pocket because my insurance denied me. $21,000.00 original insurance price for Fobi is $ 60,000.00 yes thats 60 thousand!
   — Shannon F.