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| Typical costs: | - Removal of a mole typically costs about $150 to $400. It varies from doctor to doctor and by which technique is used.
What should be included: | - Depending on the type of mole, the surgeon will use one of two techniques. In the first, the surgeon uses a scalpel to shave the mole off at the level of the skin, then cauterizes the wound or applies a liquid to prevent bleeding. In the second, the surgeon cuts out the mole and some of the skin around it, then closes the wound with stitches.
- emedicinehealth.com gives an overview of the procedures and provides photos. Usually the procedure is done in the doctor's office using local anesthesia. Health insurance plans generally do not cover cosmetic mole removal, but often will pay for the procedure if the doctor suspects the mole is precancerous or malignant.
Additional costs: | - If your doctor wants to have the mole checked for malignant cells by a laboratory, which may cost a few hundred dollars extra. And, if the shaving technique was used, there is a chance the mole could grow back and need to be removed again.
Discounts: | - Tip: Mole removal is a very common procedure, and you might be able to get it done fairly inexpensively by a physician-in-training, under the supervision of a licensed surgeon; contact the department of dermatology at your local medical school to see if this is an option.
Shopping for mole removal: | - Look for a dermatologic surgeon who is experienced in mole removal and has been certified by the American Board of Dermatology. The American Society of Dermatologic Surgery offers a free physician finder service. Ask to see before-and-after photos of mole removals done on previous patients. Also, talk to your surgeon about risks, which include scarring and nerve damage.
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Material on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always consult your physician or pharmacist regarding medications or medical procedures.
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Article updated November 2006 |
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