Liposuction is usually undertaken as elective cosmetic surgery. For this reason, the patient will likely not be eligible for insurance coverage for this procedure.
Therefore, the patient should thoroughly evaluate the cost implications while considering a body contouring surgery such as liposuction.
At the time of the pre-op consultation, the surgeon will apprise the patient of various facets of liposuction including its approximate costs. A dedicated surgeon will ensure that the patient has clarity on the costs, financing, and insurance aspects to be able to make an enlightened decision.
Board certified plastic surgeon Roger Tsai, MD provides liposuction to patients in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA , and surrounding locations.
Cost Factors
Various factors impact liposuction surgery costs at a particular practice or for an individual patient. Some key factors are as follows:
Size of the Affected Area
Liposuction can help reduce excess fatty pockets in areas such as the flanks, breasts, buttocks, ankles, knees, hips, upper arms, and calves. The size of the treatment area and extent of fat removal will impact the surgery costs. In case the patient has any existing health conditions, it may also affect the costs of the procedure.
Number of Treatment Areas
A patient can undergo liposuction plastic surgery in only one area or multiple areas. The length of the procedure and the number of treatment locations will also impact the overall costs of the surgery.
Body Type
Each patient has a unique body, which means that they may require a particular liposuction technique and specific amount of fat reduction in proportion to their body shape and type. In general, liposuction surgery costs are higher for patients with a larger body type.
Technique Selection
Liposuction techniques include tumescent liposuction as well as cutting-edge procedures involving laser or liposuction. The overall costs of the procedure may differ on the basis of the surgical technique used.
Expertise of the Surgeon
A highly skilled and experienced surgeon may have higher fees in comparison to a relatively less experienced surgeon working under the supervision of a senior surgeon. An accomplished and proven surgeon will usually follow high standards of care and best practices to offer their patients safe and beautiful results.
Practice Location
Liposuction costs may vary between two practices based on their location. Practices that are located in prime urban centers and metropolitan cities will usually charge more for procedures due to their relatively higher overhead and real estate costs compared to practices in smaller, interior towns.
Key Cost Components
The patient should assess the various cost aspects associated with liposuction, including:
- Anesthesia costs
- Surgical venue expenses
- Post-operative consultations
- Pre and post-operative exams
- Compression garment
- Prescription drugs
Investing in Quality
The patient should work with the most experienced and skilled plastic surgeon that they can for a significant procedure such as liposuction. While the costs of the procedure will be forgotten shortly, the results will remain for a long time.
Choosing a practice with lower quality standards can potentially prove more expensive for the patient if any complications warranting revision surgery develop later on. Cosmetic surgeon Roger Tsai, MD receives patients from West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for liposuction.
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