Average cost of Mohs Micrographic Surgery?

I have Basal Cell Carcinona (BCC) in the face (upper maxilla ), and it was removed on November 22, 2008. However, the surgeon did an incomplete primary excision and the biopsy showed positive margins for BCC. I did some research, and the Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) is a good option for the recurrent BCC. Since I don't have insurance coverage in the US, what is the average cost of MMS?

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A: Cost of Mohs surgery

By Kavita Mariwalla, MD - New Haven Dermatologic surgeon

Dear Trufa, The charge for Mohs surgery is as follows: 1. First layer. This cost INCLUDES taking the first skin specimen, the processing of slides, reading the slides and mapping of the tumor. The only variable in this charge is whether it is taking place on the scalp, face, neck vs. the arms,... more

A: many factors involved in mohs cost

By Jonathan Hoenig, MD - Beverly Hills Oculoplastic surgeon

The cost of MOHS skin cancer excision and reconstruction depends on several factors. There are 3 factors that contribute to the overall cost. For MOHS surgery, you will pay for: 1. excision, 2. pathology reading, and 3. reconstruction. The excision and pathology cost increase as the number of... more

A: Mohs surgery cost depends on complexity of the case

By Shawn Allen, MD - Boulder Dermatologist

The cost of your surgery will vary depending on the complexity of the of the case. The advantage of Mohs surgery is that when the surgery is done, you will know immediately that the surgeon has removed all the remaining tumor and this can be done with a 99% certainty in most Mohs cases. Please be advised... more

A: Multiple factors determine the cost of Mohs

By Ronald Shelton, MD - Manhattan Dermatologic surgeon

The best way to address your question is by seeing a Mohs surgeon in consultation. The physician can better evaluate your condition and determine the complexity of the procedure as well as the reconstruction that might be needed. No one knows how many stages of Mohs surgery you will need and the cost is... more

A: It depends on several factors.

By Bryan K. Chen, MD - San Diego Dermatologist

Though I am not at liberty to discuss my charges for certain procedures, I can tell you that for a typical Mohs case with 2 layers on the face with a relatively simple closure of the wound, Medicare charges approximately $1,500. Most dermatologists charge rates that are comparable to Medicare or may... more

A: It depends on the number of excisions required plus the closure

By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Moh's would be considered a medically necessary procedure and as such should be covered by health insurance. So would the wound reconstruction after excision of the BCC. The number of excisions it takes to clear the tumor usually determines the cost of the Moh's treatment in addition to the complexity of the... more