Variables to consider
The price of a tummy tuck can vary considerably from patient to patient; this does not only depend on common factors such as the amount of excess skin and fat to be removed, but also on the type of tummy tuck performed by the cosmetic surgery. It also depends on whether the anaesthetist uses a general anaesthetic or a local anaesthetic.
There are numerous variables that make up the overall cost of your procedure. The surgeon’s fee, the country where you have your procedure, hospital fees, and theatre fees are just some of the costs that can be incorporated into the overall costs. To avoid confusion with patients, we always recommend taking advantage of the free no-obligation appointment available to new patients. During this appointment, you can learn more about the abdominoplasty procedure, but also get some insight into the overall cost without having to pay any fees.
Is A Tummy Tuck Covered by Insurance?
Although rare, tummy tucks can be covered by insurance in some instances; this usually applies to patients who have lost a considerable amount of weight. Patients who have lost large quantities of weight are often left with excess skin, which could cause problems for them in the form of skin rash, and restricted movement; this since the excess fat may be in the way during exercise or regular daily activities. Since the tummy tuck could be obtained for a medical reason in these cases, it may be covered by health insurance.
What About Hospital Fees?
The other factor that may influence tummy tuck cost is a potential hospital stay. Most tummy tucks performed in Australia involve hospital admission. If a patient has a private health insurance cover, then they may be able to cover part or the full hospital stay. If a patient does not have full private health, then there may be considerable costs associated with the hospital admission. Dr Lanzer performs his tummy tuck as an outpatient procedure; this means that the patients do not require hospital overnight stay.
Are There Extra Pocket Costs post-surgery?
There are no extra fees. Dr Lanzer does not charge for aftercare or follow-up appointments after a lipo tummy tuck. There is only one initial payment and all other care is included. Dr Lanzer is very hands-on, and he will like to see his patients quite frequently over quite a long period of time. In some rare instances, a touch-up may be required after a certain period. Only in these instances can an extra cost be charged to the patient.