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EDISCSCULPTPatients who need spinal stenosis surgery are often concerned that they may not be able to afford the cost of surgery; they may even attempt to put off the treatment they need. Fortunately, most patients who need back surgery are able to afford the treatment.
While some people attempt to avoid surgical treatment, this is a misguided endeavor. In the treatment of spinal stenosis, conservative treatments are almost always the first line of treatment; it is only when it is clear that there is no other way to relieve symptoms that a physician will recommend surgical treatment.
Effective treatment for spinal stenosis more than pays for itself in the long run. Patients are able to return to their previous level of productivity and health, meaning they are able to work more efficiently and more often, recouping lost income. In addition, living without pain has benefits of immeasurable value; the quality of life is greatly increased.
Pricing
Spinal stenosis can be caused by a wide range of conditions, including arthritis, herniated discs, and tumors. All of these conditions indicate a different course of surgical treatment, and thus a different price range. In addition, there are two main forms of spinal stenosis surgery: open back surgery, and laser spine surgery.
In general, the more extensive the surgery is, the more expensive it will be. For example, major procedures such as spinal fusion require a longer surgery and recovery period than more minor surgeries. For this reason, patients may wish to seek minimally invasive surgery when possible.
Laser spine surgery is performed in an outpatient setting, whereas traditional surgery requires a hospital stay of several days. In addition, the procedure itself tends to be shorter. Patients take less medication in the days after surgery than with open back surgery, and can return to work much sooner. These are advantages over open back surgery, both price-wise and in terms of the patient's comfort. However, laser spine surgery uses cutting-edge laser technology, which must be carefully calibrated and maintained. This substantial upkeep is accounted in the pricing for laser surgery.
In addition to these factors, there are several factors which affect the price of surgical treatment for spinal stenosis:
Insurance and Financing
Depending on your coverage, your insurance may cover some or all of your traditional or laser back surgery. At your consultation, your physician can help you find information about what you would pay if you have insurance. Alternatively, you may be able to ask your insurance provider or your primary physician for a referral to a surgeon who takes your insurance.
If you have insurance, how much you will pay for your spinal stenosis surgery depends on several factors:
While some people attempt to avoid surgical treatment, this is a misguided endeavor. In the treatment of spinal stenosis, conservative treatments are almost always the first line of treatment; it is only when it is clear that there is no other way to relieve symptoms that a physician will recommend surgical treatment.
Effective treatment for spinal stenosis more than pays for itself in the long run. Patients are able to return to their previous level of productivity and health, meaning they are able to work more efficiently and more often, recouping lost income. In addition, living without pain has benefits of immeasurable value; the quality of life is greatly increased.
Pricing
Spinal stenosis can be caused by a wide range of conditions, including arthritis, herniated discs, and tumors. All of these conditions indicate a different course of surgical treatment, and thus a different price range. In addition, there are two main forms of spinal stenosis surgery: open back surgery, and laser spine surgery.
In general, the more extensive the surgery is, the more expensive it will be. For example, major procedures such as spinal fusion require a longer surgery and recovery period than more minor surgeries. For this reason, patients may wish to seek minimally invasive surgery when possible.
Laser spine surgery is performed in an outpatient setting, whereas traditional surgery requires a hospital stay of several days. In addition, the procedure itself tends to be shorter. Patients take less medication in the days after surgery than with open back surgery, and can return to work much sooner. These are advantages over open back surgery, both price-wise and in terms of the patient's comfort. However, laser spine surgery uses cutting-edge laser technology, which must be carefully calibrated and maintained. This substantial upkeep is accounted in the pricing for laser surgery.
In addition to these factors, there are several factors which affect the price of surgical treatment for spinal stenosis:
- Cost of living in the area
- Market fluctuations in the price of medication and medical tools
- Experience level of the surgeon
- Other health conditions which may require additional or more intensive treatment
Insurance and Financing
Depending on your coverage, your insurance may cover some or all of your traditional or laser back surgery. At your consultation, your physician can help you find information about what you would pay if you have insurance. Alternatively, you may be able to ask your insurance provider or your primary physician for a referral to a surgeon who takes your insurance.
If you have insurance, how much you will pay for your spinal stenosis surgery depends on several factors:
- Deductible
- Copay for surgery
- Copay for appointments
- Medication copay
If you do not have insurance, you may pay out of pocket or consider a financing plan.
Since spinal stenosis surgery is not usually urgent in terms of overall health, patients who need to may wish to take measures to distribute or minimize the costs associated with their surgery. Such steps include saving, choosing to plan the surgery at a time when there are no major work deadlines approaching, or using vacation days during the recovery period if necessary.
Only your surgeon can tell you what your exact payment will be for your spine surgery; however, most patients are able to afford the treatment they need. To learn more about surgical treatment for your spinal stenosis, please call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at 212-420-0312.
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