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NotMyCircus

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  1. I've been following the complications forum, and it appears they can happen months out from surgery, not just the first few days. Plus, some people have been in and out of the hospital for months. I also have seen more than one story where if there are complications, they pack you up and head back to the US.

    I'm not saying complications are common, but you can't ignore the potential no matter how small. The emotional burden of dealing with a complication is huge. I can't imagine dealing with a financial burden on top of that. Don't forget about missing work, etc. I just can't see putting my family through the risk. The exposure is too great.

    Keep in mind this is also applies if I am self-pay in the states or in Mexico. The risk is the same. This is not about where I have the surgery.


  2. Anyone purchase complication insurance? My insurance company tells me they won't cover complications. I'm not necessarily expecting any...but they can happen even with good surgeons and adherence to post-op instructions. If they happen, it will get expensive very quickly. I'm willing to pay for the surgery if insurance won't approve me, but not sure I can expose my family to the risk of complications. Even if it is statistically a small risk.

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