Medicare
Went to support group meeting Saturday at Iowa Methodist (Dr. Eibes) and found out even if I get back on Medicare (Title 19) they may not even pay for the tummy tuck surgery. and they are getting really picky on paying for gastric bypasses now. So, I'm not sure what I'm going to do. Mom and Dad say they would help me, but I have no money to even to pay them back. I would have to pay them back, but Eibes says he's one of the cheapest surgeons that is out there. If you go to Iowa city the surgeon's cost is $10,000 and Eibes is $3,000. Hospital bill would be between $10-15,000. Not including anesthetic. 2-3 days of hospital stay.
But like people say things will work out. I'm going to try to make an appointment with Dr. Eibes. This week or next week.
Gotta go take an accounting test, so talk to you all later. Wish me luck!
Take Care
Love
Lisa Young
Unless other things are going on.....you won't need to stay in the hospital 2-3 days.....some people stay one night/23 hour stay....I had my FULL TT with muscle repair at like 8am and was out the same day by 3pm, no overnight for me and I was fine. Hang in there.....you were planning on getting a job, maybe you'll get good insurance Plus you still have time before you really need to worry about it.....most PS like you to be at a stable weight for a good 6 months....and I know you were still wanting to lose....relax take Care jesi