Cost Breakdown of Breast Lift Surgery

The most important factor you will think about once you choose to have a breast lift is the cost. What can make it expensive and out of reach for some people is the fact that it is not covered by most health insurance companies.

Here is a breakdown of how much it will cost you to have breast lift surgery:

What is and is not included

A lift surgery will cost you between $3,500 and $6,000. Typically, a surgeon will charge upfront for anesthesia, surgeon’s fees, and facility fees. Hidden costs you may not be aware of include lab tests, prescription pain relievers, and antibiotics. If there is a need for other recovery aids, such as medical pads, you will also be charged for these.

Additional Procedures

A lift surgery can be performed as a single procedure or it can be combined with other breast procedures, such as breast augmentation or reduction. It can also be part of a body contouring plan. If you choose to have two different procedures, such as a breast augmentation and a lift, on the same day, you will have to pay a lot more money. However, having both procedures at the same time will mean that you will be able to save on the amount of anesthesia you will be charged for, as well as surgeon and facility fees. In this way, it makes sense to save money by having both procedures done on the same day.

Be aware of the consultation fee

Some surgeons may or may not charge a consultation fee. In some practices, the consultation fee is included in the total cost of surgery, while others prefer to charge it separately. Before you book your appointment, it is important that you are aware of the surgeon’s consultation fee policy.

To lease

Did you know that where you have your breast surgery affects how much you will be charged? Such cosmetic procedures tend to cost more if the facility is located in an urban area. In such places, the demand for cosmetic surgeons is higher and there is also a long waiting list.

There is also the phenomenon of plastic surgery tourism. This is where you must travel far to have breast surgery. As exotic as it sounds, there are certain risks involved in traveling somewhere you’ve never been before. Although it may be cheaper to have breast surgery outside of your own country, there are other costs such as travel, accommodation, risk of complications and infection.

To find out exactly how much the entire procedure will cost, you should ask your surgeon what it would entail; including hidden costs. If you were involved in an accident and need corrective surgery, then your health insurance may choose to cover some of the costs for you. However, if the surgery is for purely cosmetic purposes, you will be responsible for paying the bill.

Once you assess the expected cost of the surgery, you’ll be able to figure out what financing options you need.