Question:
I was just wondering if anyone could give me a general idea

as to how much a face lift could cost? Particulary removal of the excess skin from a double chin? And, I'd like to get a general idea on removal of batwings as well. Thank you.    — Happy B. (posted on July 2, 2001)

July 2, 2001
I recently had a plastic surgery consult for brachioplasty (armlift). The surgeon's fee alone for this procedure was $3200, and the additional charges for operating room/anesthesia would bring the total to approximately $5000. These charges were figured on having the procedure done in the office with no overnight stay as opposed to a hospitalization. The charges seemed high to me, but I have had no experience with plastic surgery and they actually may be in line with charges that other patients have had across the country. My insurance providers denied coverage for brachioplasty and I have heard from several sources that appealing that decision would be useless because the procedure is always considered to be "cosmetic". I too would be interested in hearing from any post-ops who achieved insurance coverage for this procedure. Best wishes!
   — Diana T.