Question:
I'am Self Paying, I would like to know if there's anyone who knows if

there's any way to get a discount for paying cash up front? I'am in Pensacola, Florida. Or a doctor close by I can have a RYN-Lap that does offer a lower price for Self-Pay? Any info on this would be of the most help!!!    — latrishanickle (posted on February 19, 2003)

February 19, 2003
My surgeon has put together a whole package for self-pays. It has reduced prices for all components involved - hospital, surgeon, internist to follow you in hospital, dietician, anestheiologist. The payments are all made ahead of time to the various entities but they have all agreed to accept that payment. However, I do not know if there is a limit on the number of days included etc. If there is, I would imagine it's 4 days as usually that's the longest anyone stays that doesn't have complications. <p>Approach the hospital and other entities and ask if there is a cash pay discount. No reason there shouldn't be.
   — zoedogcbr

February 19, 2003
Hi I am in Gulfport, MS and my surgeon was in Biloxi. Not sure if she takes self pays, but here is the number you can call and see 228-388-0707 ask for Brittani. She can tell anything and everything you need to know. BTW Dr. Rose is Great!! Also check with Univ. of South Alabama, they have a WLS over there too in Mobile. Good Luck and if you have any other questions, email me at [email protected]. Lisa
   — Lisa C.

February 19, 2003
I paid $26,000 for my lap rny. I don't know what the doc charges the insurance company. I had mine done my Dr. Marema in Ft. Lauderdale. I feel like I really got great care and education. Seems like many surgeons do the operation but don't bother with educating their patients or are concerned with their aftercare. I just don't understand that. Best of luck
   — Stacy L.