So I've read a few stories of people who have a hernia repair paid for by insurance, but pay cash for the sleeve. The overall price seems to be drastically reduced vs the full self pay price.

Dr's around here (SC) have never heard of this. What's the norm? Any experience on finding someone who does this? Can you share your experience?

I'm approved for Mexico, but figured this is worth a quick investigation.

Thanks!

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I had the exact same thing. I paid my surgeon his fee for the VSG, which was $5,000. I then paid another $4,800 to the hospital for the "VSG" portion of the surgery (special tools, partial use of surgical room, part of hospital stay, etc. - which the hospital figured out). They also paid all of the lab work and anesthesiologist. Out of the $4,800 paid to the hospital, I have received $4,100 back. Once the insurance company discounted everything, they paid almost all of it. I didn't question it.

I previously had the band (15 years ago) done in Mexico and had a horrible time with follow-up care, so I decided this time around I would stay in the states.