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If my doctor saves my leftover Juvederm vial, do I have to pay for my next injection?
I bought a vial of Juverdem in July, I had about a quater of a vial left, went back in August and after the procedure was told it was another $150.00 plus tax (NJ) for the procedure. I paid $750.00 plus $150.00 for 2 area's of the Juvie to be put in in original appointment. I think this was sneaky and I was mad that they charged me by area (1st time) when it was costly to begin with, any advice please?
Is it usual to have to pay again when having left over Juvederm put in lips 2 weeks later?
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October 3, 2008
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Answer by Michael A. Persky, MD
Hi JoJo,
If you pay for a syringe of filler, and it is not all used, I agree that you should not be recharged for the remainder at your next visit. Good luck in the future and be well.
Dr. P
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October 3, 2008
It varies
My policy is to not charge for the remainder of the syringe to be injected. I also charge a flat fee per syringe, no matter what area it is placed. I think that is something that needs to be discussed up front. Please keep in mind that I feel it is most important to pick the right physician rather than shop for the lowest price. The physician you choose is hopefully someone your friends have seen, had a good experience with, and is well qualified to do the procedures. (I personally teach the injections to other physicians for Evolence and Juvederm.)
Steve Weiner, MD
Facial Plastic Surgeon
Destin, Florida
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Thank you to the Doctors who answered my question, I really appreciate it, I felt I was being taken advantage of because nothing was said until it was to late about charging me for area's when I just paid alot for the one syringe and then they said nothing until I got there for the touch up about it being another $150.00 plus tax for that too. I needed to see if this was common pratice & I see it is not....thanks again Doctors!