How Much Does Mole Removal Cost?

Most moles can be shaved off simply and quickly and painlessly under local anesthesia for about $150. If a mole needs to be excised and closed up then it runs about $350 to do it. Path run another $75.  

Every dermatologist has a slightly different charge for mole removal. The price is based upon the size, shape, location and complexity of the removal. For instance, a very small mole in an area that is not cosmetically sensitive can be removed simply and without sutures whereas a mole that is larger and deeper will require more work such as layered closure with sutures. The last issue to consider with the cost of mole removal is the charge for pathology. All moles, no matter how benign... more

This is a question which cannot be answered with generalizations. Fees are dependent on the location, size and complexity of the wound closure. Shaving or tangential excision is not equivalent to formal excision with complex closure. Shaving should not be performed if there is any suspicion of malignant melanoma as it will make staging the depth of the cancer problematic. I send all specimens to the pathologist and there is an additional fee due to the pathologist. Most such surgeries are... more

The fees for a mole removal will be based on a number of factors including the skill of the surgeon, the location of the mole, and your geographical location. Consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon, plastic surgeon, or dermatologist to determine the fee structure for your area. At The Sullivan Centre in Columbus, Ohio, the fees range from $600-1200.

Like with most procedures the cost varies depending on geographic area and the expertise of the physician. To excise a mole, the cost is generally $300 to $1000.

The cost of mole removal will vary depending on the method used (shave vs cutting out and suturing). The size and the location of the mole will also influence the price. However, there is also a charge for the mole to be examined by pathologist. I advise to call your dermatologist and find out the estimate of the mole removal and how much the pathology will cost you. If you have insurance it will most likely to cover both charges but depending on your policy it might be applied to... more