Your cost for after weight loss surgery varies based on what’s included in your treatment plan. In your initial consultation, Dr. Shumway will develop your custom treatment plan to fit your concerns. When your treatment plan is finalized, he can then estimate costs, which will include fees for the facility, anesthesia, care before and after your surgery, and more. So that you can concentrate on getting great results from a skilled cosmetic surgeon, like Dr. Shumway, we take several payment methods and can help you find low-interest financing. Also, some skin removal surgeries after weight loss may be covered by insurance if it is a medical necessity. We can also discuss this at your consultation as well.

Health insurance, on the whole, does not pay for the costs of elective surgery. Although, policies do vary and may cover you if excess skin is deemed a medical issue. If you are planning to submit a claim to your insurance company, please let Dr. Shumway know in your initial consultation. He can give you the necessary paperwork and information to submit to your insurance company.

Common areas that are a part of this procedure are the stomach, butt, thighs, breasts, arms, and neck. In your initial consultation, Dr. Shumway will understand your concerns and goals before completing an exam. When this is done, he will give you his suggestions on what needs to be part of your surgery.

As you start to lose a lot of weight, excess skin will become visible and it’s usually a good time to schedule your initial consultation at Shumway Cosmetic Surgery. In this consultation, Dr. Shumway will discuss what you should do before your after weight loss surgery and what areas should be part of your surgical plan. Before scheduling surgery, you need to be at or near a healthy, stable weight. We may also talk about how long you need to maintain your weight before having skin removal surgery.

The length of your recovery will depend on how many areas you are addressing during after weight loss surgery. If you are having several areas treated, it will take you longer to recover. In your initial consultation, Dr. Shumway will discuss what you can expect after surgery and what may make you more comfortable. Appointments for follow-up exams at Shumway Cosmetic Surgery should be scheduled so Dr. Shumway can assess your recovery.