Approximately How Much Will It Cost for Liposuction of Upper Back "Buffalo Hump" Area?

       This may cost $2000 or so but will depend upon the extent and prominence of the hump.  Liposuction results are highly surgeon dependent.  Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of liposuction procedures each year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results.

Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Liposuction of one area in my practice costs $1250. The procedure is done in a state licensed and professionally certified ambulatory surgery center with oral sedation and tumescent.

I do all my surgery in a fully accredited outpatient surgery center with board certified anesthesiologists, so even small areas can be expensive. At the very minimum for a small area done with all safety standards in place in the operating room, I charge at least $3500, but the price can vary depending on your physical exam, coexisting medical conditions, and many other factors. 

Hi there,
As you can see from all the answers, the cost varies depending on which country you live in, your specific requirement etc.
Being a Cosmetic Surgeon, I can help you break this cost down so you have a better idea about what you should be paying for, so that you or anyone else reading this can make a better decision.
A systematic approach to analysis of cost of Liposuction or any surgical procedure for that matter, could evaluated based on the following criteria.
1. Surgeon Fee
This will depend on the experience and consistent results offered by the surgeon. If the surgeon is charging you more than the standard cost in your country / region then make sure his / her cost matches up to their skills and experience. A simple method of doing this is by going through all patient reviews and testimonials on all platforms including their website.
2. Hospital Infrastructure Cost
This point is pretty self explanatory. Smaller nursing homes are less equipped and will generally charge you less compared to an Exclusive Aesthetic Centre or a Multi Speciality Hospital. The cost difference is what you pay for all the infrastructure.
3. Special Instrument's Used
Some cosmetic surgery procedures require the use of special instruments. Needless to say, these procedures are priced higher to include the usage of the special instruments. If the tariff offered to you isn't adding up, ask to see if the procedure you opted for uses special instruments like lasers etc.
4. Duration of Procedure
Longer surgeries and procedures often tend to cost more than the shorter ones.
To Sum it up, here's what you should be asking yourself and your surgeon when analysing costs.
1. What is the quality of treatment I will be receiving?
2. Are there hidden costs? (Ask for a fully transparent pricing structure)
3. Are there costs for aftercare?
Coming to your main question, the cost in general is hard to pinpoint to a specific number without a consultation with a surgeon, as it differs greatly for different people.
Hope this helps.

Dear paulkalap,

The cost of liposuction to the upper back/neck area is not that much and can be further reduced by having it performed under local anesthesia.  The cost of doing so will be about 3K, varying based on region of the country as well as surgeon.

All the best,

Dr. Remus Repta