How to get Lap Band Financing

Making a decision to have weight loss surgery is not an easy one. Knowing where to go and finding ways to pay for the surgery requires a lot of research and dedication. The lap band surgery can be expensive and although most insurance companies are now agreeing to cover the cost you may still need to find additional ways to cover the surgery. Here are some steps that may help you in your decision process for Lap Band Financing.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Find out the entire cost of the surgery. You may be required to meet a co-ordinator at the facilities office and list each procedure. individually.
   Charges may include and not limited to:
   
   * Hospital fees
   * Surgeon fees
   * Anesthesia fees
   * Lab and X-ray fees
   * Miscellaneous fees
2. Request a list of Lap Band Financing companies from your physician's office. Many physicians specializing in the lap band surgery will have a list of Financing companies available to you.
3. Contact your bank or your financial institution to find out available loans for this procedure.
4. Create a folder for each company and list the types of financing they offer for the Lap Band surgery.
5. Compare each list and choose the best rate! You may need some help with this process, contacting a financial advisor may help in the decision process
6. Create a folder with each companies contact information.
7. Choose a company!