Hi all I just found out that I am uncovered for the procedure,:faint: do any of you know of a Doc near chicagoland that performs the procedure for under 10-15K? Thanks so much.

I went to a group session at UIC medical center, and they said they charge $14,550 for the surgery, and $250 for fills. Hope this info helps

Alexian Brothers in Elk Grove Village/St. Alexius in Hoffman Estates have a package price for both the Lap-Band and the Gastric Bypass.

"We have a package price for Lap Band® that includes hospital, surgeon, and anesthesia costs for approximately $17,000. Cash prices for gastric bypass start at $27,000 and are variable based on many factors. The Kane Center works with a financing company to provide loans to qualified applicants. The hospital also has very reduced pricing for cash payment options for either procedure."

You can check out their website at Weight Loss - Bariatric Gastric Bypass Lap Band Surgery - Alexian Brothers

GO TO MEXICO and have it done had mine for $7250. GREAt Dr. you will love him look under lad band in Acuna Mexico

surgery on 6/11/07 225lbs fill on 7/31/07 202 now 198.5 next fill 8/21/07 and cant wait...good luck:)