I was also self-pay, & went to Dr. Nelson of Oklahoma Weight Loss Options in OKC. I paid about 17,500....but it was totally worth it & the office staff rocks!! How much is it supposed to cost in Denver?? Also, just so you know, whenever you need fills or have rechecks, Denver is a long drive, & I know for a fact that Surgical Associates won't fill your band unless they did the surgery on you! I'm not sure about Dr. Gorospe...they might do fills...good luck!:)