Tummy Tuck Cost in India

There are different types of tummy tuck surgeries, which are recommended to patients based on their specific requirements. The types of tummy tuck surgery and their respective price are given below: 

• Full Tummy Tuck: This type involves the removal of excess fat from the lower and upper abdomen altogether. It is a conventional technique that is recommended for patients who have lost a significant amount of weight recently and have excess loose skin with minimal muscle laxity. A full tummy tuck cost in India ranges from Rs. 1,35,000 to Rs. 2,00,000. 
• Mini Tummy Tuck: This type focuses only on the lower abdomen and is suitable for men and women who have minimal excess skin with mild laxity. The lower belly tuck cost ranges from Rs. 1,25,000 to Rs. 1,80,000. 
• Extended Tummy Tuck: It is very similar to a full tummy tuck. The only difference is that in this surgery, the surgeon also focuses on the flanks or love handles. It provides better contouring to the stomach and waist. The extended stomach tuck cost ranges from Rs. 1,50,000 to Rs. 2,25,000. 
• Fleur-De-Lis Tummy Tuck: This procedure is recommended for individuals who have excessively loose skin vertically and horizontally. Thus, a large amount of skin needs to be removed to reshape and recontour the belly region. A fleur-de-lis tummy tuck surgery price ranges from Rs. 1,25,000 to Rs. 2,50,000. 
• Drainless Tummy Tuck: It is an advanced procedure in which the removal of excess fat and skin is done as usual, but instead of placing normal stitches or drains, progressive tension sutures are used to close the incision without placing drainage tubes. A drainless tummy tuck procedure cost ranges from Rs. 1,00,000 to Rs. 3,00,000. 
• Non-Surgical Tummy Tuck: As the name suggests, this type of tummy tuck involves using minimally invasive techniques, such as laser therapy, radiofrequency, ultrasound, etc., to tighten the skin and remove the fat tissues. A non-surgical tummy tuck price is around Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 1,00,000. 

The cost for an individual will be significantly affected depending on which type of tummy tuck surgery they are undergoing. 

Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck surgery cost in India is affected by various factors that are discussed below- 

• Patient’s Profile- Every patient’s goals from a tummy tuck are different. Thus, the patient’s profile is a major factor in determining the treatment cost. The profile consists of the patient’s body structure, height, weight, general health, amount of fat to be removed, amount of skin excision, the extent of muscle tightening, etc. 
• Type of Tummy Tuck– There are mainly two types of tummy tuck, full and mini tummy tuck. The cost of a mini tummy tuck is lower as it is performed on the lower half of the abdomen. The full tummy tuck cost is higher as it involves tightening the muscles of the entire abdomen. 
• Doctor’s & Anesthetist’s Fee– Having a highly experienced surgeon is another determinative factor for the treatment. Make sure that you don’t end up choosing a less experienced surgeon to save some money and compromise your goals. Consider the surgeon’s experience, expertise, reputation, and qualifications. Besides the surgeon, the anesthetist’s fee is also included in the treatment cost. 
• Hospital Expenses- At each hospital, the cost of tummy tuck surgery will differ depending on their specific administration cost, quality of care, infrastructure, amenities provided, and other factors. The overall hospital-related expense will include OT charges, room rent, meal charges, nursing fees, medical consumables, etc. And if the patient requires hospitalization, the cost of treatment will increase with the number of days for which he/she stays in the hospital. 
• Additional Treatment- In many cases, patients often ask to get additional treatment such as thigh lift, butt lift, hernia repair, etc. If these treatments are combined with a tummy tuck, the overall expense will also increase significantly. 
• Miscellaneous Expenses- Besides the above-mentioned expenses, the treatment cost includes medicine, support garments, post-surgery care, and follow-up consultations. 

Tummy tuck surgery is an elective cosmetic procedure. Insurance plans focus on covering the expenses of medically necessary treatments, i.e., they either save your life or improve your quality of life. Based on these criteria, in some scenarios, patients may be able to get coverage for the procedure. The surgery is considered medically necessary due to the following indications-

• The patient’s inability to walk normally.
• Chronic pain and ulceration are present in the skin fold.
• The skin fold hangs below the pubic area.
• The patient has had persistent or recurrent rashes or breakdowns over 3 months.
• The patient’s weight has been stable for at least 3 months, and he/she had undergone weight-loss surgery 18 months ago.