I just spoke with Chelsea at the Oregon Weight Loss Surgery Center in Portland. They have three different plans to chose from and perform surgery in three separate hospitals – so you have options. They work with Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital, Southwest Washington Medical Center, or The Pearl Women’s Center. Their prices for self-pays range between $19,500 and $26,000. With that fee, you get one year of post-surgical care – meaning, you don’t have to pay for any of your fills for the first year. Also, I know some women are more comfortable with female physicians and they have several female surgeons on staff. They offer BLISS Insurance, so any complications will be handled by insurance in the first 90 days post op.
This link has a short video about the practice and you meet some of the surgeons. I think it’s worth a look. And their number, in case you’re itching to call, is 503-227-5050.
Love My Lap Band! 