Lumpectomy (remove tumor)

Description
A surgical procedure to remove a discreet tumor and a small amount of normal tissue around it. The breast is the most common area for a lumpectomy procedure.

Cost
Average In-Network Cost: $4,618.45*
Average Out-of-Network Cost: $14,261.85*

Common Complications
Pain, swelling and infection. The surgery can result in post-operative pain, or blood clots of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolus). Patients can infrequently have bad reactions to the general anesthesia including allergic reactions and very rarely a heart attack or stroke.

Research

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Cost of Care Disclaimer
*This estimated cost information comes from Aetna Life Insurance Company's Cost of Care Estimator. The Aetna Cost of Care Estimator provides information on the Aetna's average contracted rates with providers in your area ("In-Network") or the average price that providers who do not contract with Aetna billed Aetna for that service in your area ("Out-of-Network"). Aetna estimates costs by averaging sufficient available charges and adjusting the average for inflation and other factors. The Aetna cost estimates are based on a year of care.
This cost estimate is not specific to any insurance coverage or health benefit plan and does not take into account specific health plan benefits, coverage limitations, or financial cost-sharing Health costs vary widely based on provider, geography and severity. To find the true cost charged by a provider, always contact the provider directly. This tool is only a guide to help you understand health costs. Any other use is prohibited.




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