Getting sleeved in New Zealand

Hi

I'm not a Kiwi, I didn't have private health insurance so I paid cash for mine ($14,000+) by accessing my superannuation, which you can do here if you have a medical necessity. I am sure there would be a similar process in NZ if you have super. Worth a try if possible.

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Lynette

Approx Current Body Fat = 36% (changes daily)
Goal 1: Under 100kg - Achieved 27/5/09
Goal 2: Under 90kg (198pounds) Achieved 11/11/09
Goal 3: Under 80kg (176pounds)
Goal 4: 75kg (165pounds)
Goal 5: 65kg (143pounds) (BMI Healthy weight)
Surgeon: Dr Padovan[/i]

Hi, has anyone here been sleeved in New Zealand?

My GP and surgeon agree that sleeving is right for me (I currently have a BMI of 38.1) but even with Southern Cross, its just not affordable currently. I've been quoted $16,500 for the procedure (and other care) of which SX will only cover $7,500 leaving me trying to figure out how to get hold of $9000 (NZ$).

Are there any other Kiwis here and how did they pay for their procedure?