What is the cost to have both ears done? Does insurance pay for this procedure and can it be done yet this year? (Photos)

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Is there anything you can do to help me and what is the cost to have them both done? Does insurance pay for this procedure and can it be done yet this year?I am 53 years old. I have been hiding my ears behind my hair all my life. I would love to have my ears smaller so I can put my hair up. It has been very embarrassing to wear a hat. I have never shown my ears to anyone before not even my husband.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear JMS54130,the cost of surgery depends on a lot of factors (type of surgery, number of treated areas, anesthesia fee, surgeon, facility fee, city, etc.). It would be the best to visit or call plastic surgery offices and ask for a price.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

William Portuese, MD · Answer

The cost of an otoplasty is directly related to the surgeon's fee and the operating room fee where it is performed. The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia, so there's no anesthesia fee. Most patients undergo the procedure under local anesthesia. T he otoplasty procedure involves re-creating the anti-helical fold and suturing  that year back towards the scalp with permanent stitches. The incisions are located behind the ear. Medical insurance does not pay for elective cosmetic surgery such as in otoplasty, since there is no medical necessity. For many examples and our current price list, please see the link and the video below

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Ear surgery, known as Otoplasty is a cosmetic procedure so not covered by insurance.  Insurance will only cover procedures that are medically necessary versus cosmetic.  Costs do vary by location and are mostly based upon the Doctor's training, expertise and experience.  I would recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon with training/experience specific to the hear, neck and ears.  Upon evaluating your ears, you will be given what your surgical fee would be.Best,Dr. S.

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