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Hello, It is always great to hear of approvals for the LAP-BAND. I hope that insurances are turning the corner and realizing the long-term benefit of paying for the band and saving on costs in the future regarding obesity related problems...You would think that it's a no-brainer to the insurance companies, but I think a lot of them are in the mindset of save the money we would have to pay out on claims now and worry about the consequences later...Hopefully, with the approvals I have seen on this site, that is changing... I was wondering just how much insurances are actually paying for the band...for the facility charges, as well as the anesthesia charges and the surgeon's charge. I wonder if we could all help to compile some information to see what it really costs the insurance companies..we could actually "band" together and make a difference for those who have not been fortunate enough to have been approved... So, if you are interested, please list the state you are from, your insurance company, and the amount paid from you explanation of benefits for the facility, the anesthesia, and the surgeon...Please don't list your name---I think it will be very interesting to see what the "bottom line" is that the band actually costs the insurance companies! Thanks!

I have been reading info on this site for a while...I am a previous gastric bypass patient with a total weight loss of 168 lbs..I had my bypass in January 2001..Kept the weight off pretty good until the last year and a half or so....I have gained about 20-25 pounds, and it scares me to death! I can eat A LOT now with very little restriction :hungry: ! Was wondering if there is anyone else who has been banded that previously had other WLS??? Also, anyone with experience with adolescents and the band?? I have a 14 year old daughter who struggles with her weight...just like I did, and I would like to explore the possibilities of the band for her, as well. Thank you all for sharing so openingly--I have enjoyed reading your posts over the last few weeks!!