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Why are consultations so expensive?

bornbritSep 15, 2015
I had contacted a Dr regarding the PRP hair procedure and I wanted to set up a consultation. The office told me it would be $120 for the consultation. I understand the need to make a buck but to pay $120 is off putting

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Dr. Jason Emer, MD
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Dr. Jason Emer, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answered on Sep 21, 2015
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Dr. Jae Pak, MD
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Dr. Jae Pak, MD
Hair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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Answered on Jan 9, 2016
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Dr. Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS
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Dr. Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answered on Sep 16, 2015
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Dr. Tim Neavin, MD
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Dr. Tim Neavin, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.9 | 116 Reviews
Answered on Sep 16, 2015
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Dr. Benjamin C. Paul, MD
Dr. Benjamin C. Paul, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Sep 22, 2015
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