Breast Revision Cost

How Much Does a Breast Revision Cost?

If you’re dissatisfied with the results of a previous breast augmentation and wish to change the implants after years have passed, what you need is breast revision surgery. A breast revision is a procedure that corrects a prior breast procedure so your breasts reflect the profile you want.

There are many reasons for wanting a breast revision. Some may be considered medically necessary, while others just reflect your preference. Since the reason for the procedure determines whether your insurance company covers the costs, you require a consultation with an expert breast plastic surgeon to learn what procedure you need and whether it’s covered.

During your consultation with the experienced surgical team at New York Breast Surgery Center, Dr. David Shokrian or Dr. Mohammed Soliman Ahmed Elfar, give you a detailed overview of all the factors that influence the pricing of your procedure. By the end of your consultation, you know transparent cost estimate of your breast revision, which you need before deciding to proceed.

What Factors Influence the Cost of Breast Revision Surgery?

In general, the more complex your breast revision surgery, the higher its cost. There are many factors that influence the cost of your surgery, including:

• Your surgeon’s fee. The plastic surgeons at New York Breast Surgery Center, talented Dr. Shokrian and board-certified Dr. Elfar, are among the highest-rated plastic surgeons in NYC. While you can find cheaper plastic surgeons, is that what you really want? These two provide expertise before, during and after your surgery, from the consultation through the recovery phase. Their personalized service and quality of care leads to better outcomes.
• Surgical complexity. Complex revisions require specialized techniques, which may take longer, but are safer and more effective. For instance, severe asymmetry or implant rupture are more expensive because they take more time to correct than an implant swap. Additionally, combining your revision with another breast procedure — such as a breast lift, breast asymmetry correction or fat grafting — increases the cost, as each add-on requires extra surgical time, anesthesia and different techniques.
• Facility costs. Most procedures at New York Breast Surgery Center are performed in their reliable, safe and accredited surgery center. This facility costs less than an operating room in a hospital, and it’s just as safe. But even in this facility, the cost of your surgery depends on the length and complexity of the procedure. Most of the time, when you get your cost estimate after your consultation, the facility fee is included.

“We try to get your cost estimates as precise as possible,” adds Dr. Shokrian, “but there are costs we can’t include, such as the anesthesia fee and exact facility fee. Any additional surgical requirements that arise during the procedure also can’t be included. But discussing the costs with you at your consultation gives you an understanding of the expected expenses. We try to be as transparent as possible.”

Does the Anesthesia Fee Add to the Cost of My Breast Revision?

The anesthesia fee is often calculated in advance, but it’s excluded from the overall cost because it’s billed separately. At New York Breast Surgery Center, your plastic surgeon performs your breast revision procedure while you’re under general anesthesia, local anesthesia or intravenous (IV) sedation. The type of anesthesia you need influences the overall breast revision surgery cost.

General anesthesia administered by a certified anesthesiologist is more expensive than the other two forms of anesthesia. The anesthesiologist, who monitors you throughout the surgery, is vital to your safety. During your consultation, your surgeon determines the duration and type of anesthesia based on the surgical complexity.

What Additional Fees Can I Expect from a Revision Surgery?

Besides the estimated costs you get during your consultation, you can expect additional costs, depending on the complexity of the procedure or post-operative needs. The most common additional costs for breast revision include:

• Implant costs. An exchange or implant removal is a common type of breast revision. You must pay for the new breast implant, and that cost is based on the new brand, size, shape or material.
• Medical tests. Before your procedure, you may need some required medical tests, such as blood work, mammograms or EKGs. While your insurance may cover some tests, other tests, such as specialized scans, may require additional fees.
• Compression garments. After your breast revision surgery, your plastic surgeon may require that you wear a compression garment to reduce swelling and allow proper healing. While the initial post-surgical bra is sometimes included in your price quote, other compression garments typically are an additional out-of-pocket expense.
• Prescriptions. Your NYC plastic surgeon prescribes pain medication, antibiotics or post-operative medications to support your recovery process. These prescriptions are generally considered as an out-of-pocket expense and aren’t usually included in your initial surgical quote.

“We refrain from including prescriptions in the initial calculated surgery cost because every patient is different and naturally the dosage varies,” says Dr. Shokrian. “We don’t prescribe the exact same medication for everyone. Instead, we take into consideration your medical history, recovery progress and the individual needs.”

Does Insurance Cover Breast Revision Surgery?

Most of the tie, breast revision surgery is only covered by insurance if the procedure is deemed medically necessary, rather than done purely for aesthetic purposes. Insurance may cover breast revision surgery for:

• Implant rupture
• Serious infections
• Severe capsular contracture treatment
• Reconstructive follow-ups after breast cancer treatment or a mastectomy

In the United States, a federal law — the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) of 1998 –obliges healthcare companies that pay for a mastectomy to cover breast reconstruction or revision surgeries. If you need to make revisions over time to refine your reconstructed breasts, your insurance company must cover it, regardless of whether the reconstruction is done at the same time or months later.

“Before making the appointment, keep a diary of the issues you’ve been having,” says Dr. Shokrian. “Look at yourself in the mirror and notice if the appearance of your breasts has changed. We need to know what we’re dealing with before deciding what you need and how much it will cost.” For questions about the breast revision cost, schedule a consultation at New York Breast Surgery Center in Midtown Manhattan or Great Neck, Long Island today.

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