Cost of Rhinoplasty

Nearly all plastic or cosmetic surgery is considered elective, which means health insurance does not pay for it. This means you need to have a grasp of the full cost of rhinoplasty surgery.

Cost of Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a term which means “nose molding” or “nose forming”, and it is one of the world's most common plastic surgery procedures. Rhinoplasty is commonly known as a “nose job”, and many people choose to have it performed because they are unhappy with the shape and size of their nose, and want to improve the look of their face. Once you've decided to have rhinoplasty, the second question many people ask is, “What is the cost of rhinoplasty?”

As with any medical procedure, the cost of rhinoplasty differs depending on who performs the surgery, where it is performed and what resources are needed to complete the surgery. Rhinoplasty is one of the few plastic surgery procedures that can occasionally be covered by insurance. Coverage can arise when the surgery must be performed for medical reasons such as to correct a breathing problem. If your rhinoplasty is purely cosmetic, you will need to pay for your surgery out of pocket.

The cost of rhinoplasty generally runs from about $3000 to $6000, depending on the exact procedure to be performed. Where the surgery is completed is also a major factor. If the rhinoplasty must be done in a hospital instead of an outpatient surgery center or office, the cost will be higher. It will also depend on whether a local or general anesthetic is required to complete the surgery. If a general anesthetic is needed, the cost will be higher as an anesthesiologist will need to be present for the surgery.

Other factors that come into play for the cost of rhinoplasty are the fees for pre- and post-operative care, any other facility fees, and your location in the country. Rhinoplasty can be more expensive if the plastic surgeon is well-known or in a high demand area such as Atlanta, Beverly Hills or New York City. The degree of difficulty of your procedure will also be a factor. Obviously, the longer the surgery takes, the more it will cost.

The cost of rhinoplasty should never be the only deciding factor in choosing a plastic surgeon or surgery facility. You will want to take into account whether you feel comfortable with the surgeon, as well as the doctor's experience and other qualifications. Always choose a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in rhinoplasty and any other procedures you want to have. Make sure to look at before and after pictures to get a feel for the results the doctor has previously produced for other patients.

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