How much does a robotic hysterectomy cost?

Mean total patient costs are $43,622 for abdominal, $31,934 for vaginal, $38,312 for laparoscopic, and $49,526 for robotic hysterectomies.

Is robotic surgery better for hysterectomy?

Most women recover from robotic hysterectomy in less time and with less pain compared to traditional, open hysterectomies. Because the incisions are small, people can return to their daily activities more quickly.

Does insurance cover robotic hysterectomy?

A: Any insurance that covers laparoscopic hysterectomy typically covers da Vinci robotic hysterectomy. However, coverage depends on your insurance plan and benefit package. Our surgery scheduling staff verifies coverage and obtains prior authorization as needed.

What are the side effects of robotic hysterectomy?

What are the risks of a robotic hysterectomy?

• Reaction to the anesthesia.
• Infection.
• Bleeding.
• Damage to other organs inside the abdomen.
• Blood clots that form in your legs and may travel to your lungs.

Is there pain after robotic hysterectomy?

Recovery after robotic hysterectomy is shorter and less painful than after a normal abdominal hysterectomy. Contact our office if you’re experiencing pain that isn’t relieved from medication, drainage, redness or swelling at your incision sites, fever, heavy vaginal bleeding, swelling in your legs, or chest pain.

Are you upside down during robotic hysterectomy?

Conversion to open surgery Da Vinci robotic surgery procedures generally require that patients are placed in a head down position which may result in fluid accumulation in the lungs. Due to the fluid buildup, the patient may require intubation to provide proper oxygenation.

Is Da Vinci robotic surgery covered by insurance?

Da Vinci Surgery is a robotic, thus minimally invasive surgery. Any type of insurance that covers minimally invasive surgery covers da Vinci Surgery as well.