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MnShadows 21 years, 1 month ago
Carol, I wanted to thank you for the aniversary wishes, and wish you all my best for your journey ahead. My thoughts and prayers to you. Hugs and smiles..
Laura S. 21 years, 2 months ago
Hi Carol! I'm from Seattle, WA., went the self-pay route, and while I know it varies from state to state and even Dr to Dr, I just wanted to let you know my surgery (lap RNY) was predicted to cost $24,600+. Which I had to pay in advance. It ended up actually costing just under $18,000. I'm still waiting for the refund! Seriosly tho, they audited the costs as they were amazed it came in so cheap! Bottom line is, it all depends on your health, # of co-morbidities and weight at the time of surgery. Open surgery costs less as well, but it has many downsides, longer hospital/recovery time being one. I lost 10 lbs pre-op, have the ideal body type for Lap, walked within 3 hrs of my surgery and was checked out 2 days after my surgery. Oh, I have a slight case of asthma and I am slightly hypothyroid, being my only co-morbidities. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
