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Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by OnJosh1: 6:59pm On Oct 02, 2017 |
anonymousmum: Hello anonymous Mum and everyone, I'm a first time US Mum to be, I completed my Visa application already and my passport pic that was uploaded (At this point I might as well say tried to upload) did not show up on the confirmation page however my Hubby's own did. My friend's sister that helped my husband and I with our application said I could go ahead for the interview with the hard copy passport. Going by your post now. Please will this be a problem? P.S: I just registered on Nairaland (I'm not sure how to quote well, I hope I get it first time) but have gone through the thread in the past two/three weeks as a Guest and learnt a lot of things. Thanks to everyone sharing. I pray to share my own experiences (VO, PoE, Delivery, Documentation, etc) by GOD'S Grace. I'll do my best not to ask questions that have already been addressed. But please forgive my ignorance if I come across as JJC in my questions that will surely come ����♀️��♀️. Thanks 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Mamatukwas: 7:12pm On Oct 02, 2017 |
[quote author=anizi post=61042108][/quote] Hi. I'm heading out Feb to April and still trying to pick btw Elpaso and possibly Cali. Houston ain't on my radar. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by anizi(f): 8:44pm On Oct 02, 2017 |
Mamatukwas: ok, thank you. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by anonymousmum: 9:14pm On Oct 02, 2017 |
OnJosh1: Well I can't say specifically, mine was DropBox under the visa interview waiver program. To be on the safe side, ensure the picture is uploaded so that you are not disappointed (would be a shame to be turned back based on a technicality) Just read and read well. Folks here are willing to help when the questions are genuine and have not been previously addressed. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Omodadi2: 9:54pm On Oct 02, 2017 |
Austine2020: I'm still a first timer for renewal of course. And i shd know whatsup to plan well especially because of my location. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Austine2020: 12:39am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Omodadi2:Ok, U will be fine. Its not a must that they will call u for an interview,But if they did,u have all your document to go with and i believe u will fine,Goodluck. 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Suzyt: 12:46am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Keep trying to upload your picture. They won't let you in without a photo on your form. No hard copy photos accepted. OnJosh1: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Goldie10: 4:21am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Hello All, Happy to announce that my baby arrived 19th September, 2017 via normal delivery after an induction. Had him at Whmc with Dr Jeanie (very good doctor, i must say). We have received birth certificate and SSN card, while we await US passport appointment for next week. I have also received zero balance letter from West Houston medical (hospital) and my doctor, and also settled paediatrician bill. Now the bone of contention is Epidural bill - i have chased the Houston Anaesthesiologist for the my bill and to my surprise i was told that a bill of $8k plus was sent to my address - which I am still awaiting. Although the lady mentioned that I wil be eligible for a discount since I am self paying but that my account is yet to be eligible for a discount until i miss the second billing notification. Meaning she was indirectly saying that i should wait till end of the month (which is when the 2nd billing reminder will be sent) for me to be eligible for a discount. I also stated that I had my cash and was ready to pay the $1500 initially quoted. I however stated that I plan to leave the country in another 2 weeks and need to offset all my bills before that and also explained that the hospital and my doctor had given an estimate of $1500 previously for my epidural bill. Anyone had this type of issue before? Please how did you contest your epidural bill provided? P.S- i have informed by doctor who has asked that i bring the bill when attending my next appointment scheduled for thursday. I also intend on going to their office myself in person before the end of the week. Your feedback will be appreciated. 3 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by kokorita: 4:58am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Thanks house, my hubby and son finally got there visiting visa. So they will be joining me in November. Will send my Poe experience soon. Cheers. ![]() ![]() 7 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by SleekFullah(f): 6:03am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Hi Goldie, you can call their office and pay using your card. I also had my baby at whmc, where in houston are you? Were you not given a sheet where you have the phone numbers of the epidural/labs people? |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Chirolechick: 7:17am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Congrats dear, out of curiosity, how were they able to get an appointment in less than a week, because the last time I checked the available dates are late October and november kokorita: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Msadesina: 7:47am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Please any january 2018 mum heading to chicago in dec should please holla 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Babatwi: 8:14am On Oct 03, 2017 |
OnJosh1: Tell the person helping you to attempt the picture upload at odd hours eg 1-4am. When traffic will be low. 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Ramj: 8:29am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Chirolechick: To get ealier dates just keep refreshing and checking. thats the secret |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Ramj: 8:31am On Oct 03, 2017 |
[quote author=anizi post=61042108][/quote]
Wifey is headed Up north to Chicago. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by DonDraper: 10:04am On Oct 03, 2017 |
kazchick: @kazchick and @soulandbody, you can get affordable airbnb homes close to the hospital. Or stay at InTown suites - I45 North (ZHN) Extended Stay. Another option is to stay at Studio6 Houston - Spring at Bammel Westfield Road. You can get to HNWMC and Dr Xydas' office by bus (Metro 86) within minutes from these hotels. Approx 28 minutes away by walking. 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Travelpes: 10:40am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Morning All, What is the experience like for those who travelled to us using BA from Abuja.Thank you. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by kristinbaby: 11:10am On Oct 03, 2017 |
I wonder if checking and refreshing apply to an instant interval of one week to quickly get appointment. The early appointment is still ending October or early November. I wonder how she got appointment within a week interval. She better explain herself. Ramj: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by kristinbaby: 11:14am On Oct 03, 2017 |
How did you get appointment within one week internal when all available appointment is ending of October and early Novemver. You need to explain the secret. kokorita: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by anonymousmum: 11:24am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Suzyt: You still need to take a hard copy with you. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Hamdat55: 11:29am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Good Day Gurus in the House, Please i need your Help on this; My wife and daughter interview was this morning but she was late to the venue therefore asked to reschedule for the appointment after four days, she was also told to choose Emergency date because she have to travel December to give Birth and it seems November is almost Occupied. Please i don't understand why in four days and Also how to go about rescheduling. secondly; I intend booking my appointment and that of my son together next week but i don't know if i will be available for the interview this year because of the nature of my work and location. Please can i pay for and include my son in their next appointment? Thanks and God blees |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by didismyname: 11:50am On Oct 03, 2017 |
Morning All, What is the experience like for those who travelled to us using Virgin atlantic. Thank you |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by anonymousmum: 12:53pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
Goldie10: Just call them with your card ready to pay. I received the same bill in the mail but still paid 1k5 and received my zero balance Also, their main office is in Dallas so transactions are best done in the phone. 1 Like |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by anizi(f): 1:26pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
Mamatukwas: l |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by zoemummy: 1:37pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
zoemummy: House ee eh! Back to share my testimony ![]() So based on all the feedback I received during my last post, I prepared physically and spiritually (with prayers). Booked the follow up interview, prepared a checklist as a guide, gathered zero balance statements, pictures, my ticket itinerary from the child birth etc. Prepared a burden of proof as if I was attending for the first time (even the consular staff were looking at my FAT file like 'kilode'. I just kept a straight face ![]() So got to VO (there were two vacant booths but I chose the male VO over the female one...I've heard stories about female VOs and girls were not smiling), interview was 2 minutes... VO: Good morning madam ME: Good morning (with a smile) VO: The last time you were here, you told the officer you'd be in the US for 2 weeks ME: (utterly shocked ![]() VO: checks his screen again, types for a few seconds though it seemed like 1 hour (while I opened my file, just reconfirming document positions for dishing out ![]() VO: Hands my passport in for processing...Sorry madam, you were called in by mistake. Your visa will be ready in 3 days. Before I could say anything else, he had bid me good bye and beckoned to the next person. So I carried my burden of proof o, stepped out...considered walking back in to see if I could offer more info so that he'll help me write that I'm pregnant now but I was just directed out. Na so my waka go o. Now I can focus on my exams. Thanks everyone for the moral support during this time ![]() Moral of the story...'Clean hands' always pay and ensure you keep your records and documents straight and safe. Most of all, Trust God for ALL things. I over prepared for the follow up interview, but angels had gone ahead to also over prepare. 15 Likes |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by zoemummy: 1:46pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
zoemummy: Here's the checklist I prepared as a guide for the 221G follow up interview. Hope it's useful to someone now or in the future...I thank God for the outcome of the appointment. Records of birth and compliance of payments & Length of Stay [ ]Zero balance statements [ ]Birth certificate [ ]Baby's passport [ ]SSN and verification of birth facts [ ]1st birthday pictures & family pix [ ]Immunisation records [ ]Flight bookings and tickets for childbirth trip Current financial and employment standing [ ]Bank Account statements [ ]Hubby's bank statements [ ]Copy of hubby's work ID card [ ]Letter of introduction from employer [ ]Work Payslips [ ]My work ID card [ ]Budget sheet for exams trip Purpose of visit [ ]Exam registration doc [ ]Emails from HR [ ]Confirmation of exam center Proof of pregnancy after application [ ]Letter from hospital [ ]Scan reports Proof of non-reliance on Govt funds [ ]Letter of invitation [ ]Ticket booking for next trip [ ]Planned funds for next trip Consideration to birth in the US [ ]Mail exchange with Dr. La [ ]Pending confirmation of payment [ ]Budget sheet...just in case [ ]Proof of available funds and financial support if required [ ]Refund from HMO for last birth Proof of appointment [ ]221g form [ ]DS160 form [ ]Follow up appointment confirmation [ ]Passport photos 19 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by OnJosh1: 1:51pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
Suzyt: Thank you so much. Pls are you saying I can try to upload even after I've paid and received the confirmation. Pls how do I go about this? I tried to retrieve application and view but it took me to the confirmation page. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by OnJosh1: 1:59pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
anonymousmum: Okay thanks. Will take a hard copy along.. but I need help uploading after confirmation. If this is possible. Thanks |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Ayotundesh: 2:08pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
Og3chukwu: |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Goldie10: 2:09pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
SleekFullah: Thanks Sleekfullah, I did and that was the number I called and spoke to a lady saying the bill was $8k plus and that if I'm paying now with my card I'll not be eligible for a discount. I will just call them again and speak to another person. Did they also quote same for you as well? I'm in Energy corridor area in Houston. |
Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 5 by Goldie10: 2:10pm On Oct 03, 2017 |
anonymousmum: Thanks anonymousmum- I will call them again today and hopefully I'm transferred to another person and I'm able to pay with my card. Did they post your zero balance letter to you or you had to go pick it up from their office? |
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