Cost of Laser Back Surgery

Insurance is designed to make getting care that would be expensive out-of-pocket affordable. This is the case with laser back surgery: due to the high cost of the materials and labor needed for this procedure, it is tough to afford without insurance, but with insurance just about every patient who needs it can receive laser back surgery.

What Surgery Entails

During laser spine surgery, a laser and special tools are used to treat issues like herniated discs and arthritis. The procedure takes place in an out-patient setting, and is followed by several follow-up appointments and several weeks of physical therapy. The cost of the procedure must take into account all of the factors that contribute to those aspects of treatment, such as operating room fees, medication, and salaries for all of the employees involved. In addition, lasers require careful and frequent upkeep.

Insurance

Laser back surgery is quite affordable with the help of insurance. Understanding what your insurance plan covers and which doctors accept it, as well as the general ins-and-outs of navigating insurance, will make the process easier.

The exact cost that a patient will pay depends on several factors, including:

• Their insurance plan, especially the size of the deductible
  
• The exact procedure performed 
• Whether there are any complications after the surgery
  
• The cost of living in the area
  

Most people pay between several hundred and several thousand dollars for their laser back surgery, but some pay considerably less than that. If you are concerned about whether or not you'll be able to afford your portion of the surgery, you can inquire as to whether or not your office offers a payment plan. Payment plans let you pay over a longer period of time, thus letting you get the treatment you need sooner.

To schedule a consultation, please click below or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center at (646) 374-1799.