How much $$$ for self pay?

tracik3
on 2/11/15 3:51 am

I am trying to get a referral but doc not wanting to give me. Just wondering if anyone knows approximately what it cost for self pay?

coop1977
on 2/11/15 3:55 am - Canada

Well I went to Mexico .... I paid 5900.00.

Janet

Dr. Ramos Kelly .... Jan.13, 2015

(deactivated member)
on 2/11/15 4:07 am - Portland, OR

RNY on 05/04/15

When I was planning to go self-pay through Ohio State Medical Center in 2012, the cash price was $15,950. Other clinics in the area were $20,000-25,000. Be careful, though -- most insurance plans that don't cover the surgery also don't cover any complications arising from it, so you could be on the hook for hundreds of thousands of dollars if you have any complications or rehospitalizations.

Nicki08
on 2/11/15 4:16 am

VSG on 09/15/14

22k

Brad Special
Snowflake
on 2/11/15 4:50 am

VSG on 12/06/12

Have you considered finding a doc that will give you a referral? They work for you. Do you need a referral to see a surgeon? Find a surgeon you like and ask them if they can suggest a new primary. They all give free information sessions which allow you to get to meet them.

Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else.

Margaret Mead

tracik3
on 2/11/15 6:01 am

We are retired military and have to go thru base to get referrals. UGH I have to have labs done tomorrow and he said we will see what they show. I don't know why it matters so much to him. I wish he would of just gave it to me. After my labs I will request a different doc. Also, when you try and get an appointment on base if its not "important" you could wait 2 weeks for an appt. I guess I will just have to start lying! Now that I have finally made my mind up I'm ready to get it done!