Plastic Surgery
Reconstructive and cosmetic surgical expertise with transparent consultation and procedure pricing
Plastic Surgery is the specialty focused on reconstructive and cosmetic surgical expertise with transparent consultation and procedure pricing. OpenDoc separates it into focused subspecialty paths so patients can start in the right care lane before they book. Transparent pricing on this page currently ranges from $130 to $18,000 across 20 common visit types. Over 1.9 million cosmetic surgical procedures are performed in the U.S. annually, and plastic surgery is one of the few specialties where cash-pay is already the predominant payment model. OpenDoc makes plastic surgery pricing transparent, connecting patients to board-certified plastic surgeons — including fellowship-trained craniofacial and hand surgery subspecialists — with consultation fees starting at $150 and all-inclusive surgical quotes provided before you commit.
Common services and transparent pricing
Pricing estimates are modeled from the current OpenDoc specialty taxonomy, visit archetypes, and transparent cash-pay assumptions. Posted provider pricing should be treated as the source of truth whenever it is available. Pricing last reviewed April 8, 2026.
- Cosmetic surgery consultation — $150–$350: Cosmetic surgery consultation is a common plastic surgery entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
- Reconstructive surgery consultation — $200–$400: Reconstructive surgery consultation is a common plastic surgery entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
- Hand surgery evaluation — $175–$350: Hand surgery evaluation is a common plastic surgery entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
- Rhinoplasty (cosmetic nose surgery) — $5000–$12000: Rhinoplasty (cosmetic nose surgery) is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Breast augmentation — $5000–$10000: Breast augmentation is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Breast reduction — $6000–$12000: Breast reduction is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) — $6000–$12000: Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Facelift (rhytidectomy) — $8000–$18000: Facelift (rhytidectomy) is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) — $3000–$7000: Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Carpal tunnel release — $1500–$4000: Carpal tunnel release is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Trigger finger release — $1200–$3000: Trigger finger release is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
- Scar revision — $1000–$5000: Scar revision is a procedure-oriented plastic surgery service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plastic surgery consultation cost?
A cosmetic surgery consultation costs $150 to $350 cash-pay. Many surgeons apply this fee toward the surgical cost if you proceed. Reconstructive surgery consultations range from $200 to $400. During the consultation, you receive a physical examination, discuss goals, review before/after photos, and receive an all-inclusive surgical quote.
How much does rhinoplasty cost without insurance?
Rhinoplasty costs $5,000 to $12,000 for the surgeon's fee. Total all-inclusive pricing (surgeon, anesthesia, facility) typically ranges from $7,000 to $15,000. Revision rhinoplasty is generally more expensive due to increased complexity. All-inclusive cash-pay quotes from OpenDoc surgeons include every component so there are no surprise bills.
What is the difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon?
A board-certified plastic surgeon has completed an ACGME-accredited 6-year integrated plastic surgery residency (or a general surgery residency plus a plastic surgery fellowship) and passed rigorous board examinations. The term 'cosmetic surgeon' has no standardized training requirement. Always verify board certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery for the highest standard of training.
How much does a tummy tuck cost?
An abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) costs $6,000 to $12,000 for the surgeon's fee. Total all-inclusive pricing ranges from $8,000 to $15,000 including anesthesia and facility fees. A mini-tummy tuck (limited to below the belly button) costs less at $4,000 to $8,000 all-inclusive. Many surgeons offer financing options.
Does insurance cover plastic surgery?
Insurance covers reconstructive procedures deemed medically necessary — breast reconstruction after mastectomy, cleft palate repair, hand injury repair, and functional rhinoplasty for breathing obstruction. Purely cosmetic procedures are not covered. On OpenDoc, both cosmetic and reconstructive consultations are available at transparent cash-pay prices.
How much does breast augmentation cost?
Breast augmentation costs $5,000 to $10,000 for the surgeon's fee, with total all-inclusive pricing of $6,500 to $12,000. Silicone implants are generally $1,000 to $2,000 more than saline. The price includes pre-operative planning, the surgical procedure, implants, and standard post-operative visits.
How long is recovery from a facelift?
Most patients return to non-strenuous work in 2 weeks after a facelift. Bruising and swelling are most noticeable in the first 1-2 weeks and largely resolve by 4-6 weeks. Final results continue to refine for 3-6 months. Your surgeon will provide a detailed recovery timeline and post-operative care instructions at your consultation.
Can a plastic surgeon treat carpal tunnel syndrome?
Yes. Plastic surgeons with hand surgery fellowship training regularly perform carpal tunnel release. This is a 15-30 minute outpatient procedure costing $1,500 to $4,000 cash-pay. Plastic surgeons bring microsurgical expertise that is particularly valuable for complex or revision cases involving nerve damage.