How much would a lipoma removal on the neck cost? (Photo)

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Have had it for a while - but it just started to look kinda obvious recently - think it’s time to have it removed. (Stretching my neck here in the pic - so that it can be seen better - but it looks small when neck isn’t stretched).

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that occur under the skin and less commonly within the muscle. They are associated with mild discomfort and a lump underneath the skin. It is always best to talk to an expert plastic surgeon to determine whether the lipoma is possibly a cyst or a tumor or hernia. We would have to remove the lipoma to be sure that it is not something else and we usually do this by sending it to a pathologist for evaluation. If a lipoma is painful, then an exam is needed to make sure it is not compressing on a nerve or whether the diagnosis is different. Aftercare for a lipoma includes gentle compression and Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily on the wound.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello !

The cost of lipoma removal on the neck can vary depending on several factors, such as the size of the lipoma, the location, the surgical technique used, and the surgeon's experience and qualifications.

On average, the cost of lipoma removal can range from $500 to $1500, and this may or may not include the cost of any necessary pre-operative tests, anesthesia, or post-operative care. However, this is just a rough estimate, and the actual cost may be higher or lower depending on the specific circumstances of the procedure.

It is best to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist to get a personalized quote for your lipoma removal procedure. They can also evaluate the lipoma and determine if any additional tests or imaging are necessary before the procedure.

Best of luck !

Kyle Kimura, MD · Answer

This is a great question, however is quite nuanced. Based on where you go, this could be billed as an out-of-pocket cost vs billed through your insurance. Unless you have had previous biopsy confirming lipoma, this is technically a neck mass and has the possibility (though small) of being something more concerning. As such, insurance (based on your policy) will generally cover a procedure such as this. 
Hope this helps!Kyle Kimura, MD

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