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It is the most commonly asked question off the site, and also one of the hardest to accurately answer. There are a number of factors that impact on the ultimate cost. Not only do you need to pay for a surgeon, you will also need to budget for hospital fees, and anesthetist fees. Some of that cost may be refunded to you by your insurer and Medicare, which can significantly reduce the burden. The refunds may be less than you expect, so it is important to check with your insurer and Medicare regarding what level of cover they provide. Ultimately, the surgery should also save you money. Your future medical bills and general cost of living will be reduced. This long term positive effect can balance out the short term costs relatively quickly. We strongly recommend that you contact us for a detailed quotation that takes into account your full medical circumstances. However, as general guidance, we suggest that uninsured patients with no private cover will probably need to budget for around $14,000 of up-front expenses for the procedure itself. If you have private health insurance, out of pocket expences of roughly $4000 can be expected.
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