So frustrated right now. I was banded in May 2011. My insurance at the time covered the surgery, dr's visits, and my fills. Well....Ive since relocated and my new health insurance covers NOTHING!! Ive been having serious issues with acid reflux lately and know i should make an appointment but the thought of a 200 dollar office visit just makes me sick to my stomach. Just needed to vent

I would think that unless you need a fill or infill, your primary would be the one to see you to diagnose and treat your symptoms of acid reflux.

i agree with making a dr's appt with your pcp.. however you can get over the counter zantac , even the genaric, and it should help

I am so sorry about your insurance! However, I disagree with seeing PCP for reflux ir just taking Otcmeds. The band could be too tight and your PCP may not be good with bands. You can get a PCP to make adjustments and they also can be done in ER by those not familiar enough with the equipment, resulting in major problems with band that could lead to removal. I'm really sorry but I think psuing the $200 is your best bet. Better for your health and possibly better for your bank account. Keep me posted!

If it is because you need an adjustment, hopefully you can shop around. Depending on where you are, look around for other gastric docs that may have lower rates for office visits. I was a cash patient and after my year of after care runs out they charge $75 for adjustments.

If the acid reflex has just recently started its from the band and RW is right on the WLS will be able to help you saftly its worth the $200 and they should be able to put yu on time payment. I am a self pay now also...complication cost me $1500 which I still owe.

How are doing with reflux? Any better ??? Were u anle to be treate