Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Blog | Dr. Linderman

The cost of plastic surgery procedures can produce a particularly difficult challenge for patients who need or desire them. Medical care is expensive; surgery is even more expensive. Additionally, many insurance companies don't include cosmetic surgery in their standard coverage, as they consider it to be elective and therefore not technically necessary.

How, then, can the average person afford to pursue a much-desired plastic surgery procedure? There are, in fact, several available options.

First, don't give up on your insurance company until you've asked a few questions. You might find out that your surgery will, indeed, be partially or entirely covered if the circumstances meet your policy's requirements. It's definitely worth a phone call to find out where you stand.

Second, most plastic surgeons, including Dr. Richard Linderman, accept major credit cards. While the interest and finance charges on credit cards can be quite high, they can provide an easy-to-use option for long-term payments.

Dr. Linderman also offers financing for plastic surgery procedures, with lower interest rates than most credit cards. Applying for financing before you have your procedure done can speed up this process, as can discussing payment options with the doctor during your initial consultation.

If you have any questions or concerns about financing, please contact Dr. Linderman for additional information. The phone number for our Indianapolis, Indiana plastic surgery offices is 317-848-5400.