Is WLS cheaper in different states?

I am finding WLS cost varies considerably from state to state. Was quoted $32,000 for lap RNY in Washington and $25, 000 in Utah. Can anyone in different states share the costs they found in their states? Since we are self pay, the difference is considerable. What about follow up afterwards.

I had my Lap Band surgery through South Valley Surgical, and it was performed as out-patient surgery at a surgical center. It was $13,000. If you would like more information, feel free to email me at [email protected] I had my surgery in November of 2003, and am down 80 lbs. Allison

My friend had lapband surgery in WA state 2 years ago, price $18,000 but the cost has come down to $13000 this year. He also said the cost of RNY would come down in WA next year, maybe because people are going out of state to save $8,000. I would! Airfare is not that much.

You could always pay $6000 in Mexico! Thats what I did. And my experience was wonderful! If youd like more info email me and ill send it k [email protected] and just think youd have a few thousand left to buy all those new clothes! best of luck! g