I've not done much research on WLS, but I have found a few articles that may give you some idea of cost! (Although surely someone has far better information than I do!)
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Originally Posted by The Book, Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies
Unfortunately, obtaining insurance approval is not always easy. Acquiring insurance coverage for weight loss surgery can be a major obstacle to finally achieving a healthier body and life. Over the past few years, insurance carriers have seen a significant increase in the demand for weight loss surgery procedures. According to the American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS), 16,200 weight loss procedures were performed in 1994. Ten years later, in 2004, an estimated 140,640 surgeries were projected to take place — that's more than an 800 percent increase! The average cost for surgery is now approximately $25,000. Due to this increase in procedures and cost, some insurance companies are making it more difficult for patients to obtain approval. These insurance companies don't view their policyholders as long-term responsibilities and figure their customers will switch carriers before they can recoup their investment.
This
USA Today Link is just over a year old, but it gives last years prices for many of the "popular' WLS'
I hope that someone here can give you better information than what I've been able to!
I know that some insurance does cover it but I know for a fact that mine doesn't. I haven't decided if I want wls yet...but it's something I'm looking into! Thank you in advance for all your help 
IrishCowgirl0917 , 04-27-2006 08:08 PM
CJsPrincess816 , 04-28-2006 10:31 AM
