I have a question to ask your opinion of... I thought I knew which way I was going to go, until tonight. So, I thought I'd run it by the forum in a couple of places, to get your valued opinions.

I am self-pay, went to Detroit for surgery. Fills were covered for 90 days. Anyway, the cost of us driving there, hotel, etc. adds up of course; After 90 days, the fills are $150.

I've received info here regarding fills about 45 minutes from me for $95. at a center.

Then, I called a very personable Doc who was recommended here (he's 5 minutes from me at a local hospital. I called his office to inquire if he'd do my fills. He called me back personally and provided me with his pager #, which I've used twice & he's called back quickly in both instances. Anyway, his office charges $130 and will attempt to bill your insurance. However, he has a $500 (self-pay fee) to take over your care - to become your band doc. You can call on him from now on end for all f/u band care and he sets you up with a nutrionist, if necessary.

Question: Would you pay the $500? Or just go to the center for $95.

Thanks for your feedback.

If you like him over Detroit the money would eventually add up. Have you looked into the fill center? Do they have good customer service? If the service is comparable I would drive the 45 minutes. If the service is no where comparable then that brings it down to a choice between saving money or having good health care. For some there may not be a choice because they can't afford the $500. If you can then again break it down to the simplest form

Save Money

or

Better Health Care and support.

Yeah I would go with the personal care over price..

Thank you so much for your thoughts - I really the idea of knowing I have aftercare right at my back door. I have made the appointment and believe yt's the best choice.

Thank you