How Much Does Breast Reduction Cost?

If insurance denies coverage of your breast reduction the cost of the breast reduction at our facility is $6,550.00. This includes the physicians fee, anesthesia fee, facility fee and all of your follow up visits after surgery. Keep in mind that most surgery centers in this day and time have payment plans. The additional costs would be a lab work up, prescriptions, and pathology.

Thank you for your question.  While insurance companies have definitely become much more stringent with approving medical necessity for a breast reduction procedure, you should not count this option out until a board certified plastic surgeon has submitted a case to your insurance company on your behalf and received a denial.  Every insurance company has set forth guidelines and criteria that must be met in order for medical necessity to be considered and this often requires photographs and letters from other physicians across different specialties attesting to failed past conservative management.    Like other cosmetic surgical procedures, the cost for a breast reduction will vary depending upon where you live, the procedure in question, reputation and experience of the operating surgeon and location of the surgery (out patient ambulatory center or hospital setting).  One of the most important considerations and something that I would highly stress to you is the importance of seeking out a board certified plastic surgeon who you trust and who specializes in breast reduction procedures.  In New York, for example, the average cost for a breast reduction is between $10,000 to $12,000.Keep in mind that the best deal is not always the best option.  Good luck!

Most insurance companies cover breast reduction because it is a very functional procedure.  In a large outcome study, approximately 90 % of the major symptoms; (back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, shoulder strap grooving and rash beneath the breast), and 50% of headaches,  are either eliminated or improved with breast reduction. Women report an ability to breathe better, sleep better, exercise better and fit in clothing better after breast reduction. A few insurance companies expressly exclude breast reduction, but not that many.   Your plastic surgeon can help you determine if you have insurance coverage for breast reduction.  Most women do.   However in the modern world of no insurance, under-insurance, and high deductibles, many patients fall short of getting an insurance to cover their reduction. Therefore, most plastic surgeons offer a 'cosmetic' price for breast reduction.  The average price on RealSelf is $6,725.  My fee for cosmetic breast reduction is $6240.  This includes:  The facility fee in our Joint Commission accredited Surgicenter (the highest form accreditation, the only one in Savannah).  The anesthesia feesThe surgeons fees.  Breast Reduction has a very high satisfaction rate. In a large outcome study, 98.7% of women were either Very Glad, or Glad that they had breast reduction. The vast majority of my breast reduction patients over the age of 30 say:  "My only regret is that I wish that I had done it sooner!"

The cost of breast reduction surgery varies depending on factors such as whether you are using insurance (and what your benefit plans are, your surgeon's experience, the complexity of the procedure, facility (ambulatory surgery center, in-office, or hospital setting), and additional expenses like anesthesia, lab work, and post-operative care. Additional costs may include prescriptions and a surgical bra. It's recommended to consult with a plastic surgeon to get a personalized estimate.Insurance may cover the cost if the surgery is deemed medically necessary, such as in cases of chronic back pain, neck pain, or other health issues caused by large breasts.
Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHSHarvard, Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonNew York, New York

Hello and thank you for your question.
Breast reduction fees will vary. Schedule consultations with a few board certified plastic surgeons to discuss your options. Best wishes!

The breast reduction surgery costs from £5500 , which includes all consultation, surgery , anaesthesia, post op followups, and surgical bra. Most patients can go home the same day but some patients need to stay overnight before going home the following day. In most cases there are drains and they come out in few days.

Thank you for your question. Prices vary depending on surgeon and location but can range anywhere from $9,000 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. 

Hi. I can only answer this question regarding Breast Reduction in Australia.
Health insurance will support Breast Reduction surgery, as it is considered a medically indicated procedure, given that large breasts (macromastia) can often causes back, shoulder, and neck discomfort, as well as bra strap grooves and skin issues. Health insurance in Australia, however, will not cover the entirety of the surgery costs. There will be out of pocket costs for the surgeon, anaesthetist, as well as hospital. 
To get an accurate outline of breast reduction surgery for you, check with your surgeon and private health insurer.
All the very best.
Dr Ray Goh

Thank you.
The surgeon's fee for the procedure varies but is in the vicinity of about $9000. The anaesthetic fee is about $1800. There is a medicare item number and so a rebate if you fulfill the medicare criteria. You should also check with your private health fund (if you are in one) to make sure that you are covered and if there are any other out of pocket costs. If you are not in a private health fund, then there are additional hospital costs.
I hope this helps.

You are correct, it is becoming nearly impossible for insurance companies to cover Breast Reduction.  Average cost of breast reduction in the area that I practice in is $7,500-$8,500.  Our price quotes are inclusive of surgeons fees, anesthesiologist, surgery center and all pre and post operative appointments.  You will want to ask that question specifically to the office that your are consulting in.
Patients who pay for their breast reduction surgery say that it is the best money they've ever spent!

Thank you for your question.  This is asked a lot and it is because pricing on any cosmetic procedure varies greatly by the geographic location, hospital, OR and anesthesia fees, as well as surgeon experience and size of the reduction.  In my practice I charge $6,500 for a breast reduction and that includes my fee, and all hospital, OR, anesthesia, and postop fee's.
As for your symptoms, these are classic symptoms associated with macromastia or large breasts.  You should speak with your insurance company about any requirements they have in order to cover a breast reduction.  Hope that helps!