Is Breast augmentation price negotiable?

Is it rude or disrespectful to negotiate on the surgeons fees? Especially, when the prices vary so much from one surgeon to the next.

You would think a doctor would be willing to negotiate a little, when weighed with the overall outcome of profit, the business he would gain and even the prospects of re-business he would have.

I have been told by several that price is always negotiable, seeing many insurance companies and family health providers practicing these measures.

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6 answers to “Is Breast augmentation price negotiable?”

A: The price for breast augmentation may be negotiable

Sam Speron, MD

Hi, Thank you for your question. Some surgeons may be willing to negotiate while others will not. You may even get lucky and get a discount or find out about specials. However, there is usually a reason why the fees are set at a certain price. The surgeon has to make a living and pay his or her staff. There... more

A: Basic economic rules of supply and demand will apply

Armando Soto, MD

Hi there- There are many fixed and variable details that will contribute to the overall costs presented to you by any particular surgeon. These include: Geographic location Type of anesthesia and qualifications of the anesthesia provider- I firmly believe that safety should always come first. Having a Board... more

A: Do not bargain with your outcome

Bahram Ghaderi, MD

The cost of breast augmentation - although important - should be the last factor considered when choosing a surgeon. First find a board certified plastic surgeon with a good reputation in the area that has been referred by other patients and doctors. Getting a second opinion or sometimes a third is a good idea... more

A: Some people will negotiate.

William B. Rosenblatt, MD

Sometimes it is negotiable. Some plastic surgeons will give  a better price for cash or check as they do not lose money to a credit card company or financing company. As individual physicians have their own policies, this varies office to office. Often the most experienced, qualified physicians may have... more

A: In my office, no

Michael C. Edwards, MD

    I am speaking only for myself obviously. We , as plastic surgeons, realize that the economy is down and finances are diminished as well. Having said this there are a number of costs involved that we have no real control over. Your plastic surgeon still needs to pay their bills, care for their... more

A: Doesn't hurt to ask

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

Price is a variable. It is partly controlled by business models of fixed cost, profit margins, revenue goal. But it is also partly determined by intangibles such as reputation, demand for specific services or surgeon, motivation, etc. It never hurts to ask but don't always expect discounts. However, I think... more

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