How Much Is It To Get A Mole Removed

How Much Does Mole Removal Cost?

Typical: $150-$400

Typical costs:

Removal of a mole typically costs about $150 to $400. It varies from doctor to doctor and by which technique is used.

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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[1] gives an overview of the procedures and provides photos[2] . 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[3] 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.

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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Posted by: Elodie in Seoul, Other.	Posted: October 7th, 2019 10:10PM
Area: Korea Seoul	Type of Procedure: Removal

2 moles removed and I asked to send them for a biopsy.
They asked for a blood test 162 000₩ and 500 000₩ for the surgery and 200 ₩ for a follow-up and suture

Posted by: c.jay. in sarasota, FL.	Posted: September 1st, 2019 07:09AM
Area: back	Type of Procedure:

took about 1hr-130min. hidden stitch and removal. l feel like its a little much.ins says I owe 1,400 for deductable..thoughts?

Posted by: Shireen in Allentown, PA.	Posted: July 31st, 2019 07:07AM
Area: Face	Type of Procedure: Mole black
Doctor: Sleeper

I want to remove my mole on face plzz help me

Posted by: Tina05 in Daejeon, Other.	Posted: May 9th, 2019 03:05AM
Area: South Korea	Type of Procedure: punch surgery, biopsy

3 moles removed with punch extraction, one was sent for a biopsy. Price includes cost for consultation, biopsy, surgery, and switch removal after 2 weeks, no insurance.

Posted by: DN in New York, NY.	Posted: May 2nd, 2019 08:05AM
Area: Upper East Side Manhattan	Type of Procedure: Mole removal
Doctor: Dr. Khorasani

Posted by: Don Jo in Davenport, IA.	Posted: June 15th, 2014 08:06PM
Area: Midwest	Type of Procedure: Shaving Two Moles

Two moles anesthetized and shaved and sent for lab work, costing 1200 before and 700 after crappy insurance.

Posted by: Daddy D. in Atlanta, GA.	Posted: March 12th, 2014 07:03PM
Doctor: self

Search the internet for mole removal using apple cider vinegar. Worked for me. Easy, fast, painless and cheap.

Posted by: a user in Virginia beach, VA.

Posted: August 22nd, 2013 03:08PM

I first had 2 shave biopsys done one came back with abnormal cells my insurance is set up so I pay $150 for surgery so I paid $300 for 2 "surgeries"

Posted by: Steel in Seattle, WA.	Posted: March 8th, 2011 02:03PM
Area: Back	Type of Procedure: mole removal
Doctor: Barnes

Done by a dermatoligist who works through the University of Washington Medical Center. Price includes both doctor and UW billings which are billed separately. Mole had suspicious cells. Price does not include stitch removal which was done by GP.

Posted by: Chalupa1 in Madison, WI.	Posted: February 22nd, 2010 01:02PM
Area: Face	Type of Procedure: Extraction
Doctor: Transformations

I had 3 moles removed from my face, all were under or around 5mm. Total for all 3 was $540, and that included the topical anesthesia and removal of stitches.

Posted by: Jake in syracuse, NY.	Posted: May 5th, 2007 08:05AM
Area: upstate ny	Type of Procedure: removal of topical mole
Doctor: sleeper

Does this price sound reasonable? It is about 12 cm. And it is located on my facial cheek. The doctor is a plastic surgeon. Thanks for any information.

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