Hi Krista, Congrats on your surgery date! You are in the best hands and Dr Snyder is very skilled and very caring! I too was a self-pay and have not run into any problems with bills etc. I will keep you in my prayers for a safe surgery and speedy recovery. I am 3 weeks post-op, no complications, incision looks great and will be very thin when all healed. NO exterior sutures or staples except maybe 1 or 2. Best of luck in your journey towards a healthier you! Bethann