I can't afford the entire Mommy Makeover at once, will splitting the surgeries cost less?

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EXPENCES,EXPENCES,EXPENCES....And the list goes on ....so i was charged 16,525 for mommy make over and sadly i can't afford the whole surgery cost . and i didn't really want two surgeries but sadly I'm faced with breaking this down i get a credit loan and not even a cosigner will cutting the surgeries cost less?

Jose Perez-Gurri, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question. I understand your concerns. However, should the procedure be broken up, it will cost more. In fact you will be submitting yourself to anesthesia given on two different occasions, two recoveries and exposure to potential complications twice.I would strongly suggest that you have both done at the same time. If the costs are too much in your local area then search for other major areas where cosmetic surgery is performed with frequency. Costs will vary from region to region depending on which state of live in. The costs will also depend on whether you need a straight breast augmentation, breast reduction or breast lift with implants. The work involved and the time involved in performing the mores complicated procedures increases the price. The price is dependent on that which I mentioned above and could run from $10,000 to $15,000 in the South Florida area.I am certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and have practiced in Miami, the Land of Mommy Makeovers"  for the past 29 years. I encourage you to look up the surgeon you eventually select and make sure they have years of experience in performing cosmetic tummys and lipo. Furthermore request to see before and after photos of previous patients by that doctor....not a clinic or surgery center. Do your homework......research and verify the doctor's credentials. Have they had problems with the Board of Medicine, disciplinary or otherwise. Any law suits? How about the center, clinic or facility? Are they accredited by a national organization or do they just have State approval. Understand that at the current time, there are three nationally recognized organizations responsible for the highest levels of patient safety, AAAASF, AAACH and JCHO. You owe it to yourself to position yourself for the best possible results but under the most stringent safety regulations, If you have kids, even more so.How about anesthesia? Will you have a medical doctor certified by the American Board of Anesthsiology or a certified nurse anesthetist (CRNA)? Understand that there is no substitute for research. Cosmetic surgery, no matter how simple it may be to the patients, are invasive procedures and as such carry certain risks and complications.I wish you the best on your journey. I hope that the info provided has been helpful. Should you require any further clarification, do not hesitate to contact our institute. We are one of only a few in South Florida that employ a web based program called TouchMD. Through this program potential patients of our institute can upload their photos. I then review each and everyone, draw my recommendations on your actual picture. This info is made available to you with the use of a private password that only you will have. TouchMD is private and follows all applicable privacy laws (HIPPA). I answer all questions personally, not through patient coordinators or other marketing individuals. Good Luck

William T. Stoeckel, MD · Answer

Combined surgical procedures typically cost less that when the surgical procedures are staged, not the other way around.  Every surgeon will have their own particular cost structure, but I do not think that you should expect to overall pay less if you end up splitting the surgeries. Your best option is to continue saving your money and then proceed with the surgeries when you are in a financially stable position to afford them. The decision to combine or stage the procedures should be one that is made based mostly on risks, recovery, and potential outcomes and less on the cost of the surgeries.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Staging procedures requires the surgeon, the anesthesiologist, in the operating facility to prepare the patient for each individual procedure. Generally this costs a bit more

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

You may be able to find the surgery performed for considerably less with excellent results.Select a plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of mommy makeovers each year, has great reviews, and has great before and after 
pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

James N. Romanelli, MD, FACS · Answer

In general, it is more cost-effective to combine procedures (when safe to do so).  Anesthesia and surgical fees are generally better, and facility costs are as well.  Best of luck!

Lewis Albert Andres, MD · Answer

Hello!  Thank you for your question!  Staging the procedures to have them performed at various times will likely not have any cost benefit for you.  When you combine procedures, there is often a discount that is provided by the surgeon for multiple procedures.  Also, when having multiple procedures performed at the same time, you save on anesthesia and facility fees, which otherwise are paid for with each individual procedure.  In addition, you may benefit by the single recovery and recuperation time.  Certainly it is you decision as to whether you have your [procedures performed in one or multiple stages.  I would discuss your concerns with your surgeon and see what your options are.  Hope that this helps!  Best wishes for a wonderful result!

Shlomo Widder, MD · Answer

Dear southerbelle,   Combining surgeries result amost always in cost cutting because of the time saving factor. However, in your specifice situation I would recommend to split the surgeries because of the safety factor. Combining tummy tuck with breast augmentation alone or with   a lift increases significantly the post operative complications. When 2 painful procedure are done at the same time it incapacitates the person, resulting in not ambulating and not drinking enough fluids. That alone can increase the likelihood of blood clots. As a rule, I limit my surgery time to 6 hours since statistically it was shown that going over that time frame inceases complications. That obveiously is another reason to split the surgeries. Always, consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons and check their before and after to make sure that you like the results. Also, check their reviews.                 Best of luck,                                          Dr Widder

Christopher J. Morea, MD · Answer

Unfortunately, splitting up the procedures will most likely cost you more.  In my practice, I am able to offer patients who couple the two procedures a discount.  The cost is less when two procedures are combined because the OR time is used more efficiently and there is only one anesthetic charge.  However, the bottom line is that if you need to split the procedures to afford the cost, you will still have the results you desire as the end result.Best of luck,

Ronald Levine, MD · Answer

There are financing options offered by surgeons. The financing company pays off your surgery for you, and then you make monthly payments to the financing company. These payments can be just a couple hundred a month. My patients and I haven't had any problems dealing with the financing companies we've dealt with (Crelogix, Credit Medical).

Eric Desman, MD · Answer

No, splitting surgeries will not cost less.There are efficiencies of time and supplies that come from combining procedures together. It is best to do what you can comfortably afford, even if it means splitting the procedures.Good luck.

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