I am scheduling a septoplasty with no cosmetic enhancements and the surgeons fee is being charged at $14,000.00. Would this be considered an outrageous fee? This fee is in addition to the actual surgical fee being billed to my insurance provider. This is also above the surgical facility fee and anasthesiologists fee. I feel the breakdown is getting outrageous. The total is coming in at around $20K. Am I wrong?
Answer: Cost of Septoplasty...Does That Include an Arm and a Leg? Hi Nosey, That's a lot of septum! A reasonable fee for septoplasty alone including operating room and anesthesia (1 1/2 hour) should be less than half of your surgeon's fee, without including the operating room and anesthesiologist. If you have a large septal perforation then the price may be high, but within range of reasonable. For the price that you were quoted, you can choose a great surgeon, say in Los Angeles, stay in a four star hotel suite in Beverly Hills, and fly onto to Hawaii for a week to test your sense of smell on those Maui orchids before returning home to the chilly confines of Soldier Field, I mean Chicago. I would get some other opinions in Chicago where there are many very fine septo-rhinoplasty surgeons. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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Answer: Cost of Septoplasty...Does That Include an Arm and a Leg? Hi Nosey, That's a lot of septum! A reasonable fee for septoplasty alone including operating room and anesthesia (1 1/2 hour) should be less than half of your surgeon's fee, without including the operating room and anesthesiologist. If you have a large septal perforation then the price may be high, but within range of reasonable. For the price that you were quoted, you can choose a great surgeon, say in Los Angeles, stay in a four star hotel suite in Beverly Hills, and fly onto to Hawaii for a week to test your sense of smell on those Maui orchids before returning home to the chilly confines of Soldier Field, I mean Chicago. I would get some other opinions in Chicago where there are many very fine septo-rhinoplasty surgeons. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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Answer: Septoplasty cost Thank you for your question. Prices vary depending on location and surgeon but can vary anywhere from $8,000 and up. I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your expectations are.
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Answer: Septoplasty cost Thank you for your question. Prices vary depending on location and surgeon but can vary anywhere from $8,000 and up. I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your expectations are.
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February 14, 2018
Answer: Cost of septoplasty In most cases, physician reimbursement rates are already established for septoplasty procedures that are performed with insurance coverage. That being said, rates for procedures that are not under insurance are totally up to the surgeon. In my practice, I always try to give patients an accurate idea of surgical costs ahead of time. In some cases, the rates are out of my control (such as hospital fees), but surgeon fees are generally established and agreed upon prior to surgery in order to avoid these types of situations. Also, keep in mind that many times the rates that are charged to insurance carriers are above what the surgeon will actually be paid, and this could be the case in this instance. All the best,
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February 14, 2018
Answer: Cost of septoplasty In most cases, physician reimbursement rates are already established for septoplasty procedures that are performed with insurance coverage. That being said, rates for procedures that are not under insurance are totally up to the surgeon. In my practice, I always try to give patients an accurate idea of surgical costs ahead of time. In some cases, the rates are out of my control (such as hospital fees), but surgeon fees are generally established and agreed upon prior to surgery in order to avoid these types of situations. Also, keep in mind that many times the rates that are charged to insurance carriers are above what the surgeon will actually be paid, and this could be the case in this instance. All the best,
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May 24, 2016
Answer: Cost Varies: Expect $4,000-$5,000 Septoplasty is a commonly performed surgical procedure.Prices for this procedure very widely and depend on several variables.It’s important to make sure that your fee quote includes the surgeon’s fee, facility fee, anesthesia charges and pre and post-operative care.These components may vary widely depending on the surgeon’s practice.Generally, surgeons who operate in dedicated outpatient cosmetic surgery facilities are able to offer lower facility fees than those who operate in hospital based practices.Anesthesia fees can vary and this may be related to the use of a nurse anesthetist verses a physician anesthesiologist.Finally, the physician’s fee may vary depending on regional differences and local competition.It’s also important to understand the surgeon’s revisional surgery policies.Hopefully this won’t be necessary, but revisions occur for a multitude of reasons.When all these variables are considered, fees in the Midwestern United States vary from $4,000 to $5,000.It’s important to remember that price is an important part of your decision, but it’s not the only consideration.Make sure your surgeon is board certified, has a good reputation and experience performing septoplasty surgery.
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May 24, 2016
Answer: Cost Varies: Expect $4,000-$5,000 Septoplasty is a commonly performed surgical procedure.Prices for this procedure very widely and depend on several variables.It’s important to make sure that your fee quote includes the surgeon’s fee, facility fee, anesthesia charges and pre and post-operative care.These components may vary widely depending on the surgeon’s practice.Generally, surgeons who operate in dedicated outpatient cosmetic surgery facilities are able to offer lower facility fees than those who operate in hospital based practices.Anesthesia fees can vary and this may be related to the use of a nurse anesthetist verses a physician anesthesiologist.Finally, the physician’s fee may vary depending on regional differences and local competition.It’s also important to understand the surgeon’s revisional surgery policies.Hopefully this won’t be necessary, but revisions occur for a multitude of reasons.When all these variables are considered, fees in the Midwestern United States vary from $4,000 to $5,000.It’s important to remember that price is an important part of your decision, but it’s not the only consideration.Make sure your surgeon is board certified, has a good reputation and experience performing septoplasty surgery.
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September 5, 2014
Answer: Cost of Septoplasty Thank you for your question. Septoplasty is a surgical procedure which generally entails modification of the cartilage of the nasal septum. It is undertaken to improve symptomatic nasal airway obstruction when deviation or crookedness of the septum is judged to contribute to those symptoms. Since this procedure is usually undertaken for functional breathing reasons, it is usually covered by medical insurance. There is no one price that can be accurately referenced. Rates of reimbursement vary widely between insurance companies and policies and are ever-changing. For the most accurate and updated information, ask you surgeon's office about fees and financial policies. Good luck to you.
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September 5, 2014
Answer: Cost of Septoplasty Thank you for your question. Septoplasty is a surgical procedure which generally entails modification of the cartilage of the nasal septum. It is undertaken to improve symptomatic nasal airway obstruction when deviation or crookedness of the septum is judged to contribute to those symptoms. Since this procedure is usually undertaken for functional breathing reasons, it is usually covered by medical insurance. There is no one price that can be accurately referenced. Rates of reimbursement vary widely between insurance companies and policies and are ever-changing. For the most accurate and updated information, ask you surgeon's office about fees and financial policies. Good luck to you.
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October 3, 2013
Answer: Cost For A Septoplasty
The cost for a procedure can vary depending on the complexity of the procedure, geography where you live, and indivdual pricing for the surgeon. Typically pricing for a noncomplex septoplasty is significantly lower and can range from $1000-6000, excluding the cost of anesthesia and facility fee.
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October 3, 2013
Answer: Cost For A Septoplasty
The cost for a procedure can vary depending on the complexity of the procedure, geography where you live, and indivdual pricing for the surgeon. Typically pricing for a noncomplex septoplasty is significantly lower and can range from $1000-6000, excluding the cost of anesthesia and facility fee.
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