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Do Doctors Charge Different Fees for a Returning Customer?

asked 1 year ago by 7385anon in Illinois
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 213 times
Tags: costs, fees, revision

I had breast augmentation done a few years ago and had too big of implants put in. So I had them removed and went back to my A size. They were removed by a different doctor. At the time over a year ago, I thought I didn't want them anymore but it has left me with loose skin-I'm looking to implant small (100-150cc) narrow chest with implants to fill that space up and wanted to know if doctors charge a little less for surgery fee if returning to them especially since I have this issue?

6 answers to Do Doctors Charge Different Fees for a Returning Customer?

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Pricing is often done by patient coordinator.

Each doctor has different pricing guidelines.  The best thing to do is speak to the patient coordinator. 
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Doctors and fees

Each doctor is a bit different in how they handle "repeat customers."  You should talk to the doctor's office to find out their policy.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Fees for returning patients

I cannot speak for other surgeons, however in my practice I do provide discounted rates for returning patients. Consult with your plastic surgeon and ask if this is the case in their practice. At the very least, you should get an estimate of cost which will help you with your decision.
David Bogue, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.drbogue.com

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Returning Patients Usually Are Charged Less

It is hard to speak for all surgeons, but for the most part, surgeons will charge a reduced fee for returning patients.  How much just depends on the individual surgeon.  The best thing to do is talk with your surgeon and get an estimate.  Then compare it to other surgeons in the area that are good surgeons, and see how it compares.  Sometimes a returning patient's fee from one doctor is still higher then a new patient with another.  It is worth researching.... more
Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD

Barrington Plastic Surgeon
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Do Doctors Charge Different Fees for a Returning Customer?

Regarding: "Do Doctors Charge Different Fees for a Returning Customer? I had breast augmentation done a few years ago and had too big of implants put in. So I had them removed and went back to my A size. They were removed by a different doctor. At the time over a year ago, I thought I didn't want them anymore but it has left me with loose skin-I'm looking to implant small (100-150cc) narrow chest with implants to fill that space up and wanted to know if doctors charge a... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Fees for Secondary Surgery

The fees charged for secondary surgeries vary widely among different surgeons from a steep discount to a full charge.  This is something that ideally should be discussed at the time of the initial consultation so that everyone is "on the same page".
John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon

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