Hello I have to have a partial hysterectomy and I would like a tummy tuck at the same time. Is this possible and what are the risk factors and cost involved. Under this circumstance would insurance pay any part of the tummy tuck??
April 4, 2014
Answer: You'll pay more..... Having your hysterectomy performed in the hospital and then undergoing a tummy tuck while still under will be much more expensive (almost always) than having the tummy tuck performed at a certified out patient surgical center.Although your insurance would potentially cover the hysterectomy, the tummy tuck would not be covered, and typically the charges from the hospital are double or triple what they are outside.There are some concerns about combining the procedures as noted, but usually the cost difference is what prevents the two procedures from being accomplished simultaneously.You should schedule a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is a member of the Utah Plastic Surgery Society. He or she can give you their best recommendation after the face to face visit.Best of luck.....
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April 4, 2014
Answer: You'll pay more..... Having your hysterectomy performed in the hospital and then undergoing a tummy tuck while still under will be much more expensive (almost always) than having the tummy tuck performed at a certified out patient surgical center.Although your insurance would potentially cover the hysterectomy, the tummy tuck would not be covered, and typically the charges from the hospital are double or triple what they are outside.There are some concerns about combining the procedures as noted, but usually the cost difference is what prevents the two procedures from being accomplished simultaneously.You should schedule a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is a member of the Utah Plastic Surgery Society. He or she can give you their best recommendation after the face to face visit.Best of luck.....
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April 4, 2014
Answer: Tummy tuck during hysterectomy? Insurance will not pay for cosmetic surgery or any complications thereof whatsoever. You can combine insurance based and cosmetic procedures into one surgery; but the anesthesia and OR fees are literally broken down to the minute as to when the cosmetic portion is started & finished and you will be billed for that portion. Typically, hospitals/surgery centers will offer competitive rates for cosmetic surgery so make sure you or your surgical coordinator at the surgeons office does their homework to find the best OR rates in your area. Rates for tummy tuck, anesthesia, and hospital fees vary by area and surgeon so your best bet is to schedule one or a few consultations with a board certified plastic surgeon and get a quote for their fees. Finally, I echo Dr. Gusenoff's answer regarding the increased risk of complications in this particular combination. Technically, a hysterectomy could be considered a clean contaminated surgery b/c the uterus is not sterile given it's connection to the vagina & thus the outside world. Although complications are unusual, many plastic surgeons prefer not to combine these 2 surgeries b/c it does increase the infection rate some and possible the risk of blood clots such as DVT. Once you choose a plastic surgeon, this would be a discussion to have with them.
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April 4, 2014
Answer: Tummy tuck during hysterectomy? Insurance will not pay for cosmetic surgery or any complications thereof whatsoever. You can combine insurance based and cosmetic procedures into one surgery; but the anesthesia and OR fees are literally broken down to the minute as to when the cosmetic portion is started & finished and you will be billed for that portion. Typically, hospitals/surgery centers will offer competitive rates for cosmetic surgery so make sure you or your surgical coordinator at the surgeons office does their homework to find the best OR rates in your area. Rates for tummy tuck, anesthesia, and hospital fees vary by area and surgeon so your best bet is to schedule one or a few consultations with a board certified plastic surgeon and get a quote for their fees. Finally, I echo Dr. Gusenoff's answer regarding the increased risk of complications in this particular combination. Technically, a hysterectomy could be considered a clean contaminated surgery b/c the uterus is not sterile given it's connection to the vagina & thus the outside world. Although complications are unusual, many plastic surgeons prefer not to combine these 2 surgeries b/c it does increase the infection rate some and possible the risk of blood clots such as DVT. Once you choose a plastic surgeon, this would be a discussion to have with them.
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