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How Much Does a Tummy Tuck Cost?

By Ceria Reyes
Updated December 6, 2022
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How much does a tummy tuck cost

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Cost is a significant factor when deciding whether or not to have cosmetic plastic surgery done and which plastic surgeon will perform the procedure. And like in other industries, you get what you pay for.

In this article, you’ll find answers to various questions you may have concerning tummy tuck cost. Among the things covered is how much a tummy tuck costs and how you can pay for a tummy tuck without compromising safety for price.

About the data: All cost information, unless stated otherwise, was compiled from user reviews submitted on RealSelf.com. Patients that have previously undergone tummy tuck surgery post their final cost for the procedure on the website. RealSelf then aggregates the data to display averages.

What Is the Average Cost of a Tummy Tuck?

According to the 2020 Plastic Surgery Statistics Report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ABPS), the average cost of a tummy tuck nationwide is $6,154.

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Bear in mind this is just the average surgeon’s fee and does not include other procedure costs (discussed in the next section).

As of the price range, RealSelf reports patients can expect to pay between $3,175 and $13,375 for abdominoplasty.

Tummy Tuck Costs

If you’re considering tummy tuck surgery, your final fee will include costs such as:

  • The surgeon’s fee
  • Anesthesia cost
  • Facility fee
  • Operating room cost
  • Medical test prices
  • Prescription charges
  • Post-op compression garment cost

The estimate you receive over the phone may only include the surgeon’s fee. During your consultation, ask for a written custom quote detailing all related costs for your procedure.

Factors That Affects the Total Cost of a Tummy Tuck

Various factors will affect your total tummy tuck cost, including:

The type of tummy tuck

During your initial consultation, your plastic surgeon will examine your anatomy, discuss your surgical goals, and recommend the appropriate tummy tuck for your needs.

The options are a mini, full, extended, or Fleur-de-lis tummy tuck. A mini-abdominoplasty, which only focuses on the lower abdomen, is the least extensive hence the least expensive.

Your surgeon’s level of training and experience

Not every plastic surgeon is qualified or experienced in tummy tuck surgery. So when shopping around for one, consider their credentials. Choose a plastic surgeon that’s board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons (ABPS).

Having a qualified surgeon perform your procedure increases the likelihood of good results and lowers your risk of complications. And this is especially crucial as abdominoplasty has a higher complication rate than other cosmetic plastic surgery procedures.

That said, a board-certified plastic surgeon costs more, but you’ll have peace of mind that you’re in good hands.

The anesthesia fee

The anesthesia fee is what the anesthesiologist or certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) takes home. The amount may depend on several factors, including:

  • The type of anesthesia used: local or regional anesthesia is often cheaper than general anesthesia.
  • Who administers the anesthesia: physician anesthesiologists charge higher fees than nurse anesthetists. Both are qualified to administer anesthesia and monitor patients during surgery. However, a 2012 study found that when anesthesia care wasn’t physician-led, there was an 80% likelihood of an unexpected disposition (hospitalization or death).
  • How much anesthesia dosage is needed: the larger the required dosage, the higher the anesthesia fee. Your appropriate dosage will depend on the length of your procedure, how much you weigh, and your age.

Where you have your surgery performed

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Tummy tuck surgery can occur in the surgeon’s office, an ambulatory surgical center, or a hospital. Office-based procedures are typically more cost-effective than other practice settings.

The geographic location of your plastic surgeon is also a factor. Having your tummy tuck done in a large metropolitan area will typically cost more, owing to the cost of living.

The number of procedures to be performed

In some cases, tummy tuck surgery may not be enough to achieve your cosmetic goals. So your plastic surgeon may recommend combining abdominoplasty and another procedure like liposuction for enhanced body contouring results.

By combining several plastic surgery procedures into one operation, you can significantly save on the procedure costs. That’s because you’ll only pay these fees once. However, combining multiple surgeries increases the potential of complications.

Types of Tummy Tuck and How Much They Cost

During your tummy tuck surgery consultation, your plastic surgeon will recommend any of the following types of abdominoplasty.

  • Full (traditional) tummy tuck: the surgery removes excess skin and fat on the upper and lower abdomen. The average cost of a traditional tummy tuck is $8,325.
  • Mini tummy tuck: the procedure addresses the lower abdomen, i.e., the abdominal area below the belly button. A mini tummy tuck costs $6,375 on average.
  • Extended tummy tuck: In addition to the entire midsection, this procedure also addresses the hips, flanks, and lateral thighs. A vertical incision that’s more difficult to hide may be required, in which case it’s called a Fleur-de-lis tummy tuck. According to DocShop, an extended tummy can range from $11,000 to $12,000.
  • Reverse tummy tuck: the procedure focuses on the upper abdomen, i.e., the abdominal area above the navel. The Cosmetic Surgery Associates of Texas states the average cost of a reverse tummy tuck is around $7,000 to $8,000.

How Much Does a Tummy Tuck Cost Across the United States

The table below shows the average tummy tuck cost by state.

State / CityCost
Alabama (Birmingham)$6,925
Alaska (Anchorage)$7,350
Arizona (Scottsdale)$6,500
Arkansas (Little Rock)$7,225
California (Los Angeles)$8,600
Colorado (Denver and Boulder) $10,050
Connecticut (Hartford)$7,700
Connecticut (West port)$9,400
Delaware (Wilmington)$7,775
Florida (Miami)$8,999
Florida (Orlando)$7,875
Georgia (Atlanta)$8,300
Hawaii (Honolulu)$11,750
Idaho (Boise and Meridian)$9,550
Illinois (Chicago and Downers Grove)$8,950
Indiana (Indianapolis)$7,625
Iowa (Des Moines)$8,075
Iowa (Iowa City)$6,900
Kansas (Kansas City and Leawood)$7,850
Kentucky (Louisville)$7,775
Louisiana (Baton Rouge)$8,350
Maine (Portland)$8,175
Maryland (Baltimore)$8,575
Maryland (Salisbury) $5,800
Massachusetts (Boston)$8,850
Michigan (Detroit)$7,625
Minnesota (Minneapolis and St. Cloud)$8,425
Mississippi (Jackson)$7,100
Mississippi (Biloxi)$6,500
Missouri (Independence)$7,850
Missouri (Saint Louis)$10,125
Montana (Missoula)$9,100
Nebraska (Omaha)$6,625
Nebraska (Lincoln) $7,700
State / CityCost
Nevada (Las Vegas)$7,875
New Hampshire (Manchester)$8,850
New Jersey (Toms River)$7,775
New Mexico (Albuquerque)$6,700
New York (New York and Manhattan) $7,425
North Carolina (Charlotte)$8,275
North Carolina (Raleigh)$8,500
North Dakota (Bismarck)$8,925
Ohio (Cleveland)$8,025
Ohio (Cincinnati)$7,475
Oklahoma (Oklahoma City)$8,350
Oklahoma (Tulsa)$7,525
Oregon (Portland)$9,175
Pennsylvania (Philadelphia)$7,775
Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh) $8,175
Rhode Island (Providence)$9,050
South Carolina (Charleston)$6,275
South Carolina (Greenville)$6,775
South Dakota (Sioux Falls)$8,175
South Dakota (Rapid City)$8,000
Tennessee (Nashville)$8,075
Tennessee (Memphis)$7,650
Texas (Houston)$8,925
Texas (Dallas)$8,650
Utah (Salt Lake City and Ogden)$7,125
Vermont (Colchester)$7,775
Virginia (Virginia Beach)$7,375
Washington (Washington DC) $8,425
Washington (Seattle) $9,675
West Virginia (Charleston)$6,725
Wisconsin (Milwaukee)$8,775
Wisconsin (Madison)$7,700
Wyoming$8,325

For the states marked with an asterisk (*), RealSelf has no specific data available other than the average national cost, which is $8,325.

How Much Does Tummy Tuck Cost Across the World

The table below shows the average tummy tuck cost in a few countries.

Country/CityCost
Mexico: (Tijuana)$5,975
Canada: (Toronto)$9,475
Colombia: (Bogotá)$4,850
United Kingdom: (London)$7,375
Australia: (Sydney)$11,400
United Arab Emirates: (Dubai)$9,000
Dominican Republic: (Santo Domingo)$4,875

Does Insurance Cover the Cost of a Tummy Tuck?

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Medical insurance does not typically cover tummy tuck surgery because it’s considered a cosmetic procedure. But there are exceptions.

Insurance may cover the cost of a medically necessary panniculectomy a surgical procedure that removes excess hanging skin and fat from the lower abdomen. So you can save on the cost by combining abdominoplasty with a panniculectomy.

Combining a tummy tuck with a hernia repair could also reduce your tummy tuck cost. Your health insurance provider will cover the cost of hernia repair as long as the procedure is deemed medically necessary.

In some cases, abdominoplasty itself may be considered a medical procedure that warrants insurance coverage. But it’s typically performed for cosmetic purposes, i.e., to improve appearance and self-esteem. In which case, insurance will not help pay for it.

Tummy Tuck Financing

Most practices require you to pay for your procedure in advance. And given your medical insurance will likely not cover the cost of your tummy tuck, you might not afford to pay for it upfront. That’s where financing comes in.

A financing company will run a credit check to determine your creditworthiness. If you have good credit, you’ll get approved for financing and given several payment options.

The company will then pay for your procedure upfront in full with the agreement that you’ll repay the loan within the specified time frame.

Just make sure to speak to your plastic surgeon before settling on a financing provider. It could be your surgeon will only work with specific financing companies or may not accept financing altogether.

Your doctor’s office may also offer an in-house financing plan, which may have better terms.

While researching financing companies, you might find lenders with no-interest and deferred-interest options. Both patients and providers have reported having had a good experience with these four companies:

  • CareCredit
  • Alphaeon Credit
  • SurgeryLoans
  • MedLoanFinance

Some companies might still finance your tummy tuck if you have bad credit. But the loan will have a higher interest rate as you’ll be considered a high-risk borrower.

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  • Realself (December 4, 2020). How much does a tummy tuck cost?. realself.com/surgical/tummy-tuck/cost
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (Jan 25, 2013). Understanding the cost of plastic surgery. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/blog/understanding-the-costs-of-plastic-surgery
  • AEDIT (March 30, 2021). How much does a tummy tuck cost?. aedit.com/procedure/tummy-tuck-abdominoplasty/cost
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  • Realself (July 6, 2021). Plastic surgery financing. realself.com/news/plastic-surgery-financing
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