Pricing of cosmetic surgeries: how do surgeons’ price their procedures?

Costs of various cosmetic procedures varies widely.

Think of a taco. It costs less than a dollar at Taco Bell and well over $25 at your nearest swanky Tex-Mex restaurant.  Cost is dependent on regionality, market dynamics, environment, and chef expertise. The same can be said for various surgical procedures.

In cosmetic surgery, cost is often dictated by the level of training and experience of your surgeon and their staff, the region of the world they practice in, and the current market. When considering price of a cosmetic procedure, it’s important to inquire about what all is included – surgeon’s fee, anesthesia fee, operating room fee, supplies/materials, medications, postoperative supplies, prescription medications, follow up appointments, etc.