What is the typical cost of capsulectomy without replacement?

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I have an 18 year old tissue expander in my left breast. It has developed a painful capsular contracture and I’m wanting to have the implant and capsule removed without implant replacement. What is the typical cost of a procedure like this? I don’t think my insurance will cover the procedure so I will be self paying and trying to get an idea of how much I need to save up.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

If you had the tissue expander placed due to a medical condition (breast cancer, etc) then your insurance may cover the procedure.  Costs vary by surgeon and region.  You may able to get some estimated figures over the phone.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello csneedcost of this procedure varies according to the surgeon, i would advice you schedule an in-patient consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. #cost #capsulectomy

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

If you had a mastectomy and tissue expander placement then your insurance should cover this procedure.  Please contact your carrier.

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