If you’re wondering how much is a tummy tuck in Columbus, our practice charges $10,200 to $19,000, depending on your BMI and other unique variables.
For the first 10 to 15 years of my practice, I only saw a few patients with a BMI over 30. However, over the past 10 years, I have noticed an increasing number of patients with a BMI over 30 requesting tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). This affects cost because of the increased time and complexity of the procedure.
In addition to BMI, here’s a comprehensive look at the factors influencing the price of tummy tuck surgery in Columbus, OH, and beyond.
Typical Cost of a Tummy Tuck in Ohio
As I mentioned, the tummy tuck price range is relatively wide. The ideal candidate, who is at or near a healthy weight she wants to maintain, will pay at the lower end of the range. This is about $10,000. She has excess abdominal skin, usually with stretch marks, and has decided not to have more children. Someone who has had a C-section is an even better candidate because they already have a scar on the lower abdomen.
Combining Tummy Tuck With Liposuction
If you’re a good candidate for a tummy tuck but have excess abdominal fat, combining abdominoplasty with liposuction is an excellent option. Combining procedures increases the complexity and cost of the procedure, but you benefit by saving time and money in the long term. For example, you’ll only need to pay OR fees for one surgery and set aside time for a single recovery window. The ultimate combination procedure is a mommy makeover, which addresses post-pregnancy concerns such as loose skin, stretched abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), and sagging, deflated breasts.
Costs for Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss
Our approach becomes a bit more complex when a patient has lost significant weight and has excess skin that needs to be removed in both the horizontal and vertical vectors. The name we use for this specialized tummy tuck approach is the fleur-de-lis (which is the symbol of the New Orleans football team for those of you who follow sports). During the procedure, I make a vertical incision straight up the middle of the abdomen in addition to the traditional horizontal incision along the lower abdomen. Addressing excess skin after weight loss increases your overall procedure cost.
Quality Over Cost: Choosing the Best Tummy Tuck Surgeon
The fees charged by a plastic surgeon typically depend on their training and experience. When considering your choice, selecting the least expensive option isn’t a good idea when it comes to your safety and results. You should look for a board-certified plastic surgeon who performs the procedure regularly and whose results demonstrate their expertise. Read patient reviews posted on reputable, independent websites, and review the surgeon’s before and after photos.
Does Insurance Cover a Tummy Tuck?
Patients who have lost over 100 pounds may be able to get part of their procedure covered by their insurance. It can be deemed medically necessary to remove the flap of skin that hangs down after weight loss because it impedes proper hygiene. The insurance will cover the removal of the skin flap, but the cosmetic component of taking off all the skin up to the bellybutton and tightening the muscles is not covered by insurance. Therefore, you should expect to pay some out-of-pocket costs. We’ll help guide you through the process during your personalized consultation.
Your Estimated Tummy Tuck Pricing in Columbus
While we provide general tummy tuck price ranges, the cost of your procedure ranges based on your BMI variation, unique needs, and aesthetic goals. Our pricing always includes surgeon’s fees and anesthesia fees. We offer various patient financing options to break up the cost of your tummy tuck procedure.
Getting Started
The entire team at Aesthetica is highly knowledgeable about a wide range of cosmetic concerns and the procedures best suited to deliver exceptional results. The first step is to call us at (614) 569-2649 or reach out to us online to request a consultation. We’ll ask you to send pictures so we can start the process.
From there, I can “see” where you are starting and then schedule you for the appropriate informational seminar. These are orientation sessions that will go over the details; you will get a personalized—or “Taylored,” if you will—quote detailing the aspects of your case.
From there, you can schedule surgery, which usually is three to four months out. This is not something you want to rush into; and do you really want a plastic surgeon who can fit you in next week? It is worth the wait to get the experience and expertise of the entire “A team.” Be sure to read our related blog post to learn more about preparing for your pre-operative visit and plastic surgery procedure. We can’t wait to help you embark on your aesthetic transformation!
Updated July 2024 and July 2025.
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