I guess you just have to keep doing your research. I paid $14,000 in the states, my insurance also had a "no bariatric" clause. I looked at it as about half the price of a car, and I'm worth more than a car. Take out a loan?
Best of luck to you. I truly think the sleeve is the best financial investment you could EVER make. Nothing is more important than your health.
I too would be scared of going to Mexico, but people here have had wonderful things to say about their experiences there.
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