Who Should Pay for Capsular Contracture Repair?

Capsule formation is a known side effect of implant placement and the developement of a contracture is unpredictable! The surgeon has no real effect on whether this (contracture) happens or not. He/she, therefore, should not be held responsible. This should be clearly presented to you during the consultation process AND in the consent you sign for surgery!

In all surgical specialties and procedures you are paying for the surgeon's best surgical efforts and care. There are never any direct or implies guarantees of success and this is especially true of Plastic Surgery which is both an Art form and Inexact Science. For example if you rejected a kidney after it was transplanted you would not expect your money back. If you looked over the consent paperwork you signed, I am sure you will find this explained as it is standard for all surgeons.

Capsular contracture can not be predicted and is our bodies particular reaction to the implant.Your surgeon did not do anything wrong which is the reason for and necessity for to be responsible financially for additional procedures.

Capsular contracture is not the doctor's fault. Capsular contracture is a rare, but known possible sequelae from breast augmentation. It is impossible to predict who it will occur in. However, it is most likely due to genetic and environmental factors, beyond the control of the doctor. It would be unreasonable to expect the doctor to pay for such an occurrence. Cosmetic surgery is different than all other medical care, in that it is not viewed as "medically necessary" and it is not covered by insurance. When a patient undergoes cosmetic surgery, they need to understand the risks and benefits of the surgery, including financial responsibility. Good luck with your procedure.

Unfortunaetely, a capsular contracture can happen to any patient for unknown reasons. If this develops on the earlier side, I usually work something out with the patients. In other words, my fee is lowered for the patient, but the patient pays for the surgery and the facility, and implants.

Most of the time the surgical fee is shared with the patient because the surgeon wants to get the best result possible. This will generally happen only with the surgeon that placed the implants. When I say "share" the fee I mean it is reduced to a very cheap rate. The other costs of going to surgery are outside of the surgeon's influence and would be covered by the patient.
Most of the time the implant will not need to be replaced unless it is old or you want to make a change in size. The surgery may be as easy as making an opening in the capsule to allow the implant to go lower in the pocket. If the capsule is very thick and tight it may require complete removal.
Unfortunately, no one has complete control of how a person will heal with implants. If the surgeon had complete control then the surgeon would warranty such work but I do not know any reputable plastic surgeon that makes such guarantees.