Insurance covered nothing for me and each of my procedures averaged about $7-8000 all total. The LBL counted as two procedures in terms of pricing.

That said, it varies significantly by area and surgeon.

I had major hernia surgery when I woke up my belly button was gone he said he told me there was a possibility this could happen but I don't remember

I had the auto-augmentation (where they fold the flap of tissue down to enhance the butt). I had no issues sleeping on my back or sitting down while I was recovering.

I had surgery very quickly after my WLS - I was only 13 months out. Many people would disagree with my decision but I was at goal for 6 months and I had a potential (now reality) major life change coming that would throw a wrench in my ability to have the surgery in the following couple of years. For me, it was something that was really important for my self-confidence and also for my ability to work out comfortably. I think it was an easy decision for me because I went into WLS knowing I would get PS.

(I'll reply to your message soon.)

For me, I knew it was time because of scheduling. I'm not at my final, ultimate goal, but I'm close enough that I was willing to take the risk. But doing it all in the second half of 2017 is what made the most sense for my life due to my college schedule and desire to get working in my field.