Cash Pay Sleeve Gastrectomy

Sleeve Gastrectomy in Anchorage, Alaska

FOR A NEW BEGINNING

At Anchorage Bariatrics, we understand that when it comes to paying cash for weight-loss surgery, you have both local and out-of-state or country options. That’s why we are committed to helping you succeed with your bariatric surgery whether your weight-loss surgery is covered by insurance or you’re paying cash. Learn more about the benefits of staying in Alaska for your sleeve gastrectomy!

The Benefits of Staying in Alaska for Your Sleeve Gastrectomy

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When you plan your bariatric surgery out-of-state or country, there are many important factors you’ll need to consider, including:

  • Who will do your follow-up care?
  • What happens if you have a complication?
  • How safe is traveling long distances immediately after surgery?
  • What are the costs of traveling for care, including airfare, hotel, and ground transportation?

When you choose to stay in Alaska for your sleeve gastrectomy, you will have a team of experienced and knowledgeable surgeons, medical personnel, and more by your side from your initial visit throughout your long-term care.

Learn More About Bariatric Surgery in Alaska

You can now find first-class, affordable sleeve gastrectomy in Alaska. The Anchorage Bariatric team is here to help you be successful in your weight-loss journey. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you meet your weight-loss goals through our bariatric solutions.

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Costs Associated With The Procedure

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Fee Type Outpatient*#Overnight Stay* @ Surgery Center of Anchorage (SCOA)
Surgeon Fee $6000 $6000
Surgery Center Fee/Hospital Fee $12000 $12000
Anesthesia Fee $1800 $1800

* Self-pay patients: all fees above must be paid in full no later than your preoperative appointment with your surgeon.
For the surgery center and anesthesia (as they are completely separate/independent from Anchorage Bariatrics), please make payment arrangements directly with the Surgery Center by calling 907-563-1800.

# The outpatient surgery option is only for patients that meet specific health criteria. It is not appropriate for all patients. Determination of who qualifies for outpatient surgery is at the sole discretion of the surgeon.

*Cash Pay prices are estimates and based on an “average” patient. Actual prices may vary.

**Please be aware that by providing us with your insurance information we are assuming you want to utilize your insurance for your care. If you would prefer that we not bill insurance you need to notify us prior to any patient encounter.

Additional Costs associated with after surgery care

  1. BLIS insurance: If you suffer a complication of this surgery you may require treatment in the ER, the hospital or require further tests, procedures, or surgery. While rare, we do offer insurance for your protection. The costs for this vary on the coverage you wish receive.
    Comprehensive Package A: $1,675.61
    — 90 day coverage for Cardiopulmonary; Thromboembolic; Bleeding; Infection; Leak; Perforation; Stenosis/Stricture
    Package B: $1,077.91
    — 90 day coverage for Bleeding; Infection; Leak; Perforation
  2. Pathology fee: your stomach may be sent for examination to look for any masses, abnormalities, or bacteria. The approximate charge for this is $600.
  3. Medications: please consider that you will get prescription medications around the time of surgery to include nausea medications and pain medications. If you have an overnight stay you may receive IV medications for pain and nausea as well as IV fluids. Depending on the location of your overnight stay you may have to pay for these medications which can be $500-700.

**Costs are all approximate and may change at any time

Costs associated with evaluation for surgery

If you have insurance (even if they don't cover bariatric surgery) some or all of these may be covered.

Additional Types Cost
Initial Surgeon Consult $400
Initial Dietary Consult $100
Program Fee $250
Psychologic Evaluation $800
Lab Work $130
Swallow Study $168
Swallow Study Interpretation $162
EGD (Surgeon Fee Only) $500
EKG $100
Chest Xray $76
Chest Xray Interpretation $60
Total $2446

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