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When is the "cell saver" procedure implemented? Before surgery; during surgery?

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I previously asked this question, but I neglected to be a little more specific. I had my BBL done a month ago yesterday. When receiving my quote, I was informed my doctor required a mandatory cell-saver; in which I was charged an additional $525 for. Yes, a mandatory cell-saver for a BBL. Clearly I am aware this was not done prior to my surgery. So would this have been done during my surgery or does someone owe me a refund $525?

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