A tummy tuck is also called an abdominoplasty. The cost of a tummy tuck ranges from $3000-$12,000. The cost of a mini tummy tuck ranges from $4000-$5500. The cost of a tummy tuck varies depending on if a complete or mini tummy tuck is done, if other procedures such as liposuction is done, and the experience of the surgeon doing the procedure. Tummy tuck costs are also affected by location; tummy tucks vary in price from one State to another. Tummy tuck costs include everything from surgeon and nurse fees, anesthesia and anesthesiologist fees, hospital room rental fees, and prescription medication costs. Generally, health insurance does not cover tummy tuck costs as it is a cosmetic surgery, nor does insurance cover any complications caused by it.
Average cost of a tummy tuck:
The average cost of a tummy tuck is around $7000. The average cost of a mini tummy tuck is around $4500.The average cost of a tummy tuck breaks down as follows; surgeon fees $5000, anesthesia and anesthesiologist fees $500, facility rental fees $700 and about $500 in other assorted things such as pain medication,
Cost of a Mini Tummy Tuck: …show more content…
The incision made during a mini tummy tuck is much smaller than that made during a full tummy tuck, which leaves behind a much smaller scar. A mini tummy tuck is also a a quicker and easier procedure to preform than a a full tummy tuck is, and usually is done using a local anesthetic and mild sedative, instead of general anesthesia. Mini tummy tucks are often done with other procedures such as liposuction. If liposuction or any other similar procedures are done, it will of course raise the cost significantly. A mini tummy tuck is best for people who need limited work done; it offers less tightening and fat reduction than a full tummy tuck offers. Recovery time and post treatment care is less after a mini tummy tuck than a full