@kellyb1960 I'm happy you are in that position. I do still feel that a cardiologist or EP should include the Watchman in discussions so that the patient, with whatever means and impediments they have, can make an informed decision, especially if they hope to reduce surgeries, travel time, accommodation costs if they can't be near home, etc. I may not be able to afford the installation of a Watchman, or my insurer won't compensate me partially for one, and that means warfarin, 81mg ASA, or if I can afford Eliquis or Xarelto, that as well. But if the Watchman can free me from other impositions, including the total lifetime cost of Eliquis, the 'business case' can be made for it, even when having to borrow or slap down the plastic. Either way, as a patient, I'd like to know what options I have. All of them.