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Procedure | Price Range | |
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Gastric Sleeve Cost Average | $12,700 - $34,900 | Free Quote |
Duodenal Switch Cost Average | $23,000 - $63,200 | Free Quote |
Gastric Bypass Cost Average | $17,700 - $48,600 | Free Quote |
Single Anastomosis Duodenal Switch (SADI) Cost Average | $19,500 - $53,600 | Free Quote |
Lap Band Surgery Cost Average | $5,900 - $16,100 | Free Quote |
Facility | City | Type |
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Ssm Saint Joseph Health Center | Saint Charles | Acute Care Hospital |
West County Surgical Center | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint John's Mercy Medical Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Old Tesson Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
SSM Depaul Health Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Alexius Hospital - Jefferson Campus | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Forest Park Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Anderson Hospital | Maryville | Acute Care Hospital |
Alton Surgical Facility | Alton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
South County Outpatient Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Missouri Baptist Hospital - Sullivan | Sullivan | Acute Care Hospital |
Northwest Healthcare | Florissant | Acute Care Hospital |
Mid County Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Gateway Regional Medical Center | Granite City | Acute Care Hospital |
Barnes-jewish Saint Peters Hospital | Saint Peters | Acute Care Hospital |
Webster Ambulatory Surgery Center | Webster Groves | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
The Surgery Center at St. Joseph Medical Park | Saint Charles | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint John's Mercy Hospital | Washington | Acute Care Hospital |
St. Louis Surgical Center | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
City Place Surgery Center | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Timberlake Surgery Center | Chesterfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Anthony's Hospital | Alton | Acute Care Hospital |
Kenneth Hall Regional Hospital | East Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Greenville Regional Hospital | Greenville | Acute Care Hospital |
Jersey Community Hospital | Jerseyville | Acute Care Hospital |
SSM Saint Joseph Health Center - Wentzville | Wentzville | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Luke's Hospital | Chesterfield | Acute Care Hospital |
Highland Ambulatory Surgical Center | Highland | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Olive Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
SSM Saint Joseph Hospital West | Lake Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Tri-county Surgery Center | Washington | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Joseph's Hospital | Breese | Acute Care Hospital |
Sunset Hills Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Advanced Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Manchester Surgery Center | Des Peres | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Touchette Regional Hospital | Centreville | Acute Care Hospital |
The Surgical Center of St. Louis | Bridgeton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Louis University Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Anthony's Medical Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Advanced Ambulatory Surgical Care | Creve Coeur | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Elizabeth's Hospital | Belleville | Acute Care Hospital |
Memorial Hospital | Belleville | Acute Care Hospital |
Mid Rivers Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Peters | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Washington Surgery Center | Washington | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Edwardsville Ambulatory Surgery Center | Glen Carbon | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
South County Surgical Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Riverside Ambulatory Surgery Center | Florissant | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Jefferson Memorial Surgery Center | Festus | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Des Peres Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Chesterfield Surgery Center | Chesterfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Christian Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Mid- America Surgery Center | Chesterfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Alexius Hospital - Broadway Campus | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Barnes-jewish West County Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Cardinal Glennon Pediatric Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Jefferson Memorial Hospital | Crystal City | Acute Care Hospital |
Twin Cities Surgery Center | Festus | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
SSM Saint Mary's Health Center | Richmond Heights | Acute Care Hospital |
Bel Clair Surgical Center | Belleville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Mason Ridge Surgery Center | Saint Louis | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Belleville Surgical Center | Belleville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Missouri Baptist Medical Center | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
St Peters Ambulatory Surgery Center | Saint Peters | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Barnes-jewish Hospital | Saint Louis | Acute Care Hospital |
Alton Memorial Hospital | Alton | Acute Care Hospital |
Bariatric Surgery Cost and Procedure Introduction
Bariatric surgery, also called weight loss surgery, can help patients lose weight when diets, exercise, and other lifestyle changes have failed. To qualify for bariatric surgery, you must have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher. If your BMI is between 35 and 40, you may qualify if you have at least one obesity-related health condition, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure. Common bariatric procedures include gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and lap band surgeries.
Most bariatric surgeries are performed laparoscopically. This means that the surgeon operates through a few small incisions in your stomach instead of one or more larger incisions. Depending on which type of weight loss surgery you get, your surgeon will either remove part of your stomach or divide it into two separate parts. No matter what the steps are, the end result is the same—the amount of food that your stomach can hold will be significantly reduced.
Many weight loss surgeries, especially gastric sleeve and lap band, are performed as outpatient procedures. This means that you’ll typically be able to go home the same day as your surgery. However, some patients may need to stay a night or two in the hospital while their medical team monitors their recovery. Whether you have your surgery as an inpatient or outpatient procedure can affect the price you pay. Other factors that can affect the cost of your surgery include the surgeon you choose, your healthcare facility, and the city in which you have your procedure.
Patient Preparation for Bariatric Surgery
No matter which type of bariatric surgery you choose, you will need to use the weeks or months leading up to your procedure to prepare for your recovery and beyond. For your weight loss surgery to be successful, you will need to commit to making significant healthy lifestyle changes both before and after your procedure. For example, your physician will probably recommend starting a physical activity program and quitting smoking in the weeks before your surgery.
To help ensure that your body is ready for surgery, your doctor may order blood tests, a physical exam, and other diagnostic tests to get a clear picture of your overall health. They may also refer you to a nutritionist and mental health counselor who can help you prepare, both physically and mentally, for your life after bariatric surgery.
Don’t be shy about asking your doctor or surgeon any questions you may have during this time. They will be able to give you advice on how to prepare your home for your recovery, as well as give you an idea of what to expect as you heal from your surgery. With the right preparation before your procedure, you can help set yourself up for healthy weight loss during and after your recovery.
What to Expect During and After Lap Band Surgery
The specifics of your surgery will depend on which bariatric procedure you choose. Usually, weight loss surgeries are performed laparoscopically and take anywhere from one to a few hours. You will be under general anesthesia, so you will be asleep for your procedure and feel no pain. Click here for specifics on what happens during different weight loss surgeries, such as gastric sleeve surgery.
After any bariatric surgery, you will be instructed to follow a strict diet during your recovery. Typically, you will start out with clear liquids and gradually add in more solid foods as your stomach heals. It’s important to follow your doctor’s guidelines for what—and how much—you should eat during your bariatric surgery recovery. Eating too much too soon may cause nausea or stomach pain. Your physician may recommend taking a multivitamin or other supplement during your recovery to ensure that you get all the nutrients you need as you heal.
In the months after your bariatric surgery, you will have a few follow-up visits with your doctor. As you heal during your recovery, they will guide you in making healthy lifestyle changes, such as sticking to a nutrient-rich diet and exercising regularly. These changes will aid in your weight loss and help you manage any obesity-related health conditions.
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