Is the cost of Alloderm passed on to the patient?

5 answers to “Is the cost of Alloderm passed on to...”

A: Alloderm covered by insurance

By C. Bob Basu, MD - Houston Plastic Surgeon

In breast reconstruction, Alloderm may be part of the reconstructive procedure and should be covered by your insurance. The costs of the Alloderm should not be passed to the patient.

A: Is the cost of Alloderm in Reconstructive Surgery being passed on to the patient?

By Peter A. Aldea, MD - Memphis Plastic Surgeon

In breast reconstruction, the implants and other supplies are NOT purchased by the patient. When Alloderm or Strattice are used in Reconstructive breast surgery the cost will NOT be passed to you individually (BUT - all higher expenses will result in higher premiums in the future to everybody). The situation... more

A: Who pays for Alloderm?

By Lavinia Chong, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

The cost of Alloderm is absorbed by the insurance company, if the case is reconstructive in nature. There are established codes for breast reconstruction and hernia repair, which include the cost of Alloderm. It is an expensive product and its cost depends on both the size (cm) as well as thickness... more

A: No

By Scott E. Kasden, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Reconstructive surgery is typically covered by insurance. Therefore, you should only be responsible for your copay, and deductiblle. In the event that it is not covered, someone has to pay for it, and my guess is that your plastic surgeon will include it in the cost estimate. sek

A: Alloderm cost is covered in reconstruction cases

By Hisham Seify, MD, PhD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

When Alloderm is used for reconstruction.It is billed for by the facility (hospital,surgery center) and the patient will not pay for it. If it is used for cosmetic surgery, the cost is covered by the patient. Hope that helps!