Surgery cost to fix umbilical hernia and diastasis recti? (Photo)

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I've had this crazy painful umbilical hernia for over a year, and I need to know what my options are as far as cost for this kind of reparative surgery. I'm not quite sure what my weight is, or how much that factors in, but I've gradually been losing weight, so I know that there's less that would pull my stomach and make the hernia worse. I just REALLY need this to go away.

Scott Tucker, MD · Answer

You can seek consultation with a general surgeon.  There are surgeons that specialize in hernia repairs.  You could also have a tummy tuck with repair of the diastasis and hernia which would give you a better cosmetic result.

Gregory Sexton, MD · Answer

You have options. You can see a general surgeon, or plastic surgeon, and just have the hernia fixed, and insurance should cover it. Option two would be to have the hernia and diastasis repaired, and insurance may or may not cover the diastasis.The third option is to have an abdominoplasty and have the hernia, repair and diastasis fixed as part of the abdominoplasty. Our charge for abdominoplasty, which would include the repairs you need,  is $5800 total including anesthesia and surgery center.

Jaime Campos Leon, MD · Answer

Thank you for the pictures.A tummy tuck would be the best procedure to correct the diastasis recti and the hernia repair. It can be done together under general anesthesia.Dr.Campos

Jeffrey K. Scott, MD · Answer

Your umbilical hernia is of the size that I would recommend it be evaluated by a General Surgeon. Since the hernia is painful I would have it evaluated soon. Also, you can consult with a Plastic Surgeon in reference to the diastasis  recti. There is a strong possibility of having the hernia repaired at the same time as a tummy tuck. Your two surgeons would discuss this and come up with a plan for you.

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