Tummy Tuck Cost in the US: Average Price & Factors

The average cost of abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) in the US is $6,000–$15,000, but total expense varies significantly.

Cost Breakdown

• Surgeon's fee: $4,000–$10,000+ (experience, reputation, location)
• Anesthesia: $1,000–$2,500 (anesthesiologist vs. CRNA, duration)
• Facility fee: $1,500–$5,000 (hospital > ASC > office-based)
• Pre-op labs, garments, meds: $500–$1,500
• Post-op care: Follow-ups, lymphatic massage, scar therapy

Procedure Variables Affecting Cost

• Type: Mini (<$8K) < Standard ($8–12K) < Extended/Circumferential (>$15K)
• Combined procedures: +Lipo ($3–8K), +hernia repair, +breast (mommy makeover)
• Muscle repair (plication): Adds time/complexity.
• Revision surgery: Higher due to scar tissue.

Insurance

Rarely covered unless medically necessary (e.g., panniculectomy for chronic intertrigo/hernia after massive weight loss). Cosmetic abdominoplasty = self-pay.

Financing

CareCredit, Alphaeon, patient financing plans, surgeon's in-house plans. Read terms carefully.

Always get a written, itemized quote during consultation. Board certification and facility accreditation matter more than lowest price.