Making your surgery affordable

At the Nicholson Clinic, we're committed to helping every patient who needs weight loss surgery – no exceptions. Finances or payment methods should not be a roadblock. So our patient care advocates are standing by to discuss what option works best for you.

Insurance

The Nicholson Clinic accepts all major insurance, and we have patient care advocates on staff to help you easily manage the process.

Bariatric procedures are covered by most insurance companies, provided you meet their requirements. These qualifying requirements are often a BMI of 35 (with underlying health conditions) or BMI of 40+ (with no diagnosed underlying health conditions.)

Patients, of course, are responsible for deductibles and co-pays. These out-of-pocket costs are mandated by your insurance company, not by Nicholson Clinic.

Self-Pay Options

If insurance is not an option, Nicholson Clinic accepts all major credit cards. You can also finance your surgery through CreditCare, an independent company. Click here to learn more about CareCredit.

Surgical Costs for Cash Patients

Individual surgeries and patients are unique. To help you make your surgical decision and plan your cash payments, we've included this procedure cost list:

LAP-BAND® - $9,900
Costs Included in Lap-Band®:

All pre and post-operative office visits with Dr. Nick
Surgical fee for Dr. Nick
LAP-BAND® fills for life
Hospital facility fee
Surgical fee for anesthesiologist

Sleeve - $12,200
Costs Included in sleeve:

All pre and post-operative office visits with Dr. Nick
Surgical fee for Dr. Nick
All routine hospital charges with up to 2 nights in hospital
All routine pre-operative testing done at hospital (routine labs, chest x-ray, EKG, upper GI)
Pre and post-operative bariatric educational materials
Surgical fee for anesthesiologist

Gastric Bypass (RYGB) - $17,200
Costs Included in RYGB:

All pre and post-operative office visits with Dr. Nick
Surgical fee for Dr. Nick
All routine hospital charges with up to 2 nights in hospital
All routine pre-operative testing done at hospital (routine labs, chest x-ray, EKG, upper GI)
Pre and post-operative bariatric educational materials
Surgical fee for anesthesiologist

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You Can Afford
Weight Loss Surgery

LAP-BAND^® - $9,900*
Gastric Sleeve - $12,200*
Gastric Bypass - $17,200*

Whether you use insurance, choose to finance, or elect self-pay, Nicholson Clinic is committed to helping you afford the surgery you need.

*Please note – financing and cash patient procedure costs are all-inclusive. There are no extra out-of-pocket charges other than those listed above. Insurance patients are responsible for deductibles and co-pays as defined by law and your insurance company.

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