If you’ve been looking into getting a hair transplant, you’re probably more than a little interested in knowing how much it will cost in addition to all the other considerations.
That’s one reason why a lot of people facing hair loss will schedule a few consultations – both to get a sense of what sort of treatment is recommended and to get quotes for comparison.
But how do you know the quotes you’re getting are comparable, and that the amount you’re quoted is what you can actually expect to pay for your hair transplant?
The answer: You won’t know for sure unless you ask what’s included and what isn’t.
Why is that?
Well, some hair transplant providers will quote you a lower price up front to seem more competitive, but that price may not include certain fees and extra charges.
So, before you choose a hair restoration medical practice based in Atlanta, be sure to ask about added costs, because some of those costs can really add up and push the price a lot higher than you expected.
Hidden Hair Transplant Fees to Watch Out For
Let’s start out by making one thing clear – there’s nothing wrong with providers charging a fair price for quality hair restoration medical care.
What doesn’t feel quite as fair is when they advertise or quote an artificially low price for a procedure, then add on those fees afterward without fully informing you about them.
So, you should always ask questions to ensure you’re getting full transparency on hair restoration costs.
Here are eight hidden hair transplant fees and charges that aren’t always advertised up front or included in an initial quote:
- Fees for anesthesia
- Facility fees
- Doctor/surgeon fees
- Charges for medical supplies or aftercare products
- Medical waste disposal fees
- Charges for follow up care appointments
- Medication charges
- Taxes
If you don’t know what you are being charged for, be sure to ask what the quoted price includes and if it’s an actual quote or just an estimate.
Why is it so important to ask this?
One reason is that some hair transplant practices will quote you an attractive per-graft cost and not mention their add-on fees until you’ve already committed to a procedure.
While this sort of bait-and-switch pricing is generally frowned on by reputable providers, it is not as uncommon as it should be, and it is a special concern to be aware of when you’re dealing with overseas hair transplant practices.
Other Hair Transplant Costs to Budget For
While undisclosed hair transplant fees are obviously undesirable, there are some – perfectly legitimate – additional costs that you might want to plan for while you’re planning.
Once you’re sure you’ve gotten a hair transplant quote that includes everything, it’s a good idea to allow some room in your budget for additional things like:
- Travel costs, if you’re going out of town for your procedure
- If necessary, the cost of taking time off work for recovery
- Costs for additional grafts or surgeries, if you need them
Any provider you’re considering for your hair transplant surgery should be able – and willing – to explain and discuss these things with you and answer any questions you may have.
During your consultation, be sure to ask your doctor things like how long you’ll need to take for recovery, what medical issues you need to get clearance for, the chances of needing extra procedures, follow up protocols, and more.
Open communication is key to having a low-stress, predicable, and positive hair restoration experience.
Got Questions About What Hair Transplant Costs to Plan and Budget For?
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North Atlanta Hair Restoration is dedicated to clear communication, transparent pricing, and above all, satisfied patients.
So don’t wait to schedule a consultation with our lead surgeon, Dr. Danyo or Dr. Goldstein.
Call us at 678-845-7521, or click here to book a complementary consultation now.
FAQs about Hair Transplant Cost
Do most per-graft hair transplant quotes include all facility, anesthesia and facility fees?
It varies widely from medical practice to medical practice.
Some practices include all fees in their price-per-graft estimate, but many others do not.
At North Atlanta Hair Restoration, we provide you with a quote for what your hair transplant surgery will cost, so you can see everything and know what to expect.
Transparency and building trust with our patients are of paramount importance, so we never hide our fees or tack on undisclosed costs.
Will I need to take a lot of time off of work after my hair transplant?
It depends on what kind of procedure you have, who does it, what kind of work you do, and how much discretion you require, but modern techniques (performed by skilled surgeons) are letting patients go back to work sooner and sooner.
Newer transplant methods like DHI and Shave-Less FUE have very short recovery periods – many of our patients report that they were able to work the very next day.
