Dr Jihad Kudsi

About Dr Jihad Kudsi

What is Dr Jihad Kudsi?

Dr Jihad Kudsi is mainly a bariatric surgery practice, with medical weight loss as one of its services. Dr. Jihad Kudsi, M.D., DABOM, FACS, M.D., MBA, MD, is the only prescriber the practice names, and he is board certified in both general surgery and obesity medicine. The practice has several offices, and each one sets its own hours and appointment times.

Its surgical services include laparoscopic or robotic bariatric surgery and no-incision endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. Its medical weight loss care names Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Saxenda, Victoza, Foundayo, Qsymia, Contrave, phentermine, Xenical, Alli and metformin. It also treats hernias, hiatal hernias and acid reflux. In its own words: "Video visits available for consultations, education and follow-up."

What does it cost?

It does not publish prices for consultations, medication or surgery, and it does not say whether any price includes medication. It does not state a consultation fee, membership terms or a cancellation policy. Its booking process includes a call: "Our team will call to confirm insurance and schedule." It does not say whether it accepts insurance, so ask whether it bills your plan and what you would pay if it does not. Hours and appointment times are set by each office, so ask the one you would visit.

What should you ask before you book?

Ask who signs the prescription for any medication and whether Dr. Kudsi sees you himself for it. If you are quoted a price, ask whether it includes the medication and which one. Ask whether the medication is brand-name or compounded.

Ask what follow-up visits and lab work cost, and whether video visits are billed differently from in-person ones. Ask whether the clinic bills insurance, and whether you will need to pay anything up front. Ask how to cancel and whether there is a fee. If you are considering surgery, ask which office would perform it and what the overnight hospital stay would involve.

Who is it a good fit for?

This is a good fit if you are considering bariatric surgery or a weight loss medication, want one physician to coordinate both, and are willing to call and ask about cost and insurance before you book. If you need a published price list before you call, ask for one first, because none is posted.

Sources: doctorkudsi.com, doctorkudsi.com/locations/elgin-weight-loss-surgery/?pl=2067&plp=74911

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