After my surgery in 2009 I switched insurance companies and my new insurance will not pay for my fills. After pregnancy I had multiple problems with my band and my doctor took out quite a bit of my Fluid out at a heavy out of pocket expense. In the past 8 months I have gained all 40 pounds of my pregnancy weight back as my band is nearly empty.

Since cash isn't something that's free flowing I could use some advice on physician's who will work with uninsured lap band patients and not charge such an outrageous fee for a 5 minute appointment.

So far the best price I've found is $190 a fill and I just can't spare that as I'm sure it will take multiple fills to get me back to where I was before pregnancy.

I live in SW Washington area and I'm willing to travel within a reasonable distance.

Thank you!

After my surgery in 2009 I switched insurance companies and my new insurance will not pay for my fills. After pregnancy I had multiple problems with my band and my doctor took out quite a bit of my Fluid out at a heavy out of pocket expense. In the past 8 months I have gained all 40 pounds of my pregnancy weight back as my band is nearly empty.

Since cash isn't something that's free flowing I could use some advice on physician's who will work with uninsured lap band patients and not charge such an outrageous fee for a 5 minute appointment.

So far the best price I've found is $190 a fill and I just can't spare that as I'm sure it will take multiple fills to get me back to where I was before pregnancy.

I live in SW Washington area and I'm willing to travel within a reasonable distance.

Thank you!

I live in Eugene. My suggestion would be to contact a center of excellence center. I am sure there are some in Portland, If not , call OHSU.

All the best to you,

Melinda