Being overweight may lead to certain diseases and one option that people may have is bariatric surgery. The price of bariatric surgery ranges from Php 80,000 and above. While it may not be very common in the country, it is available in some of our top hospitals.
Options
I have also encountered a post from Medical City that gastric balloon may also be an option. Since the surgery will alter the physical features of the stomach, the installation of a balloon device gives you a sensation of fullness.
The common price of gastric balloons that we find among clinics starts from Php 66,000.
A senior citizen ID can help in reducing the cost of bariatric surgery. You may get a lower rate when it comes to the surgeon’s fees, hospital facilities and even medication.
On the other hand, Philhealth and HMO health cards may also cover a certain portion of the total bill. This is usually the case when it comes to professional fees of doctors and other hospital expenses.
Recovery Time
The recovery time of any individual will vary depending on one’s health. In most cases, patients may be able to recover in about 2 to 5 days. But for those with existing health problems, constant monitoring may be needed for up to a week or more.
References: ASMBS
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