Could I do a payment plan for a tummy tuck?

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Hello I'm wondering if there are payment plans for tummy tucks. I gained over 175 pounds during my pregnancy I had preeclampsia and was ordered bed rest at 22 weeks. I don't have any credit but is there surgeons who would accept monthly cash payments? I have so much wrinkly loose skin and I exercise so much but can't get rid of it!!

Jamil Ahmad, MD · Answer

There are many third party companies that can assist in financing
your  plastic surgery, so depending on your timeline, you can either
save up for your surgery, or go with a third party financing company. Many of our patients have in fact worked with an outside financing company, which allows them to set
up affordable monthly payments they can manage. Third-party financing can be a
great payment option for many people. However, financial stability is
always necessary, even when considering third-party financial support. I hope this helps!

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

If you can afford monthly payments, then financing is an option. Many surgeon offices offer financing through a third party. There are weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payment plans. For more information, please ask your surgeon. In Canada, financing companies include Crelogix and Credit Medical.

Christian Subbio, MD · Answer

Most surgeons have some form of payment plan available, such as Care Credit.  The details would depend upon what surgeon you visit and choose.  It sounds like you would have a great result from a tummy tuck from your story.  Best of luck!
Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  Many surgeons offices offer payment plans.  This can help in many situations.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is worth having multiple consultations to evaluate cost variation among surgeons in your area.   Many practices offer financing plans to lessen the upfront cost. Choose a board certified plastic surgeon based upon experience and the results he or she can deliver, not just on cost alone.Hope this helps and good luck with your procedure.

Could I do a payment plan for a tummy tuck?

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