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What Is the Average Tubal Reversal Cost?

what-is-the-average-tubal-reversal-costIf you have had your tubes tied and want another baby then you have a huge decision to make!

Many women regret getting their tubes tied and look for ways to become a mom again. If you regret your past choice then you really only have three options to be a mom again: tubal reversal surgery, in-vitro fertilization, and adoption.

Despite what you may have heard… tubal reversal is possible. Not only it tubal reversal possible but it can also be more successful than in-vitro fertilization (IVF).

Not only is tubal reversal possible and successful  but you can have more than one baby! Each month you have a chance!

Tubal ligation reversal can be a great way to get pregnant naturally after getting your tubes tied.

Keep reading to learn more about your options, tubal reversal cost, and how much you can expect to pay for this procedure.

What exactly is a tubal ligation?

Before we talk about costs, let’s talk about tubal ligation and tubal ligation reversal procedures.

Tubal ligation is a sterilization procedure that targets your fallopian tubes. During the procedure the doctor sutures and cuts our a small section of each tube. This causes the tubes to heal close so future pregnancy does not happen. There are other ways to do a tubal ligation but causing permanent blockage is the goal of every tubal ligation procedure.

Tubal ligation should be considered permanent but many women regret their decision and will seek the services of a tubal reversal specialist.

Many women have tubal ligations during C-section births, while others choose to have the operation as a standalone procedure long after they have given birth.

Tubal ligations are more than 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancies.

What is tubal ligation reversal?

In some cases, women who have had a tubal ligation may decide that they want to become pregnant after all. One of the great things about the tubal ligation procedure is that, depending on your situation, it can be reversed.

This will allow you to get pregnant again through natural means, rather than by IVF.

Tubal ligation reversal is a procedure that opens the blocked tubes and allows you a chance to become pregnant again naturally. If it can surgically be done… then it can also be surgically undone.

Who is a good candidate for reversal?

what-is-the-cost-of-reversing-tubal-ligation-priceless-when-you-have-a-babyUnfortunately, not all women who have had tubal ligations can have tubal ligation reversals.

If you had a sterilization procedure, such as a bilateral salpingectomy (totally removal of both of your tubes), you won’t have any fallopian tubes left to reattach.

Certain other types of tubal sterilization procedures will also make it unlikely or impossible for you to have a successful reversal.

Younger women (whose age is less than 42) and women who have a lower Body Mass Index (BMI) tend to have more successful reversal procedures than older and heavier patients. Your doctor will also want to make sure you don’t have any underlying conditions (like thyroid disease or diabetes or hormonal imbalances) that may make it more difficult or impossible for you to get pregnant.

And in general, being more fertile in the past will make it more likely you can get pregnant after a tubal ligation reversal.

About the reversal procedure

During a tubal ligation reversal, your doctor will take a look at your fallopian tubes. If each end looks healthy and the remaining tubal segments have good length, a reversal surgeon can reattach the two ends. If your fallopian tubes aren’t in good enough shape, they won’t continue with the procedure.

Your surgeon will remove any clips or other devices that may have been used to seal off your fallopian tubes. From there, they’ll use tiny sutures to reattach the two ends of the tubes to each other. Once your fallopian tubes have healed, eggs will pass normally from your ovaries to your uterus, where they can be fertilized.

A successful surgery means you have a chance to become naturally each month and you can become pregnant more than once.

Tubal reversal success rate

The big question after a tubal ligation reversal is what is the actual chance you will get pregnant?

Each woman’s chance of a successful pregnancy will depend on the factors we discussed earlier. If you or your partner have other underlying fertility issues, it can impact your chances of getting pregnant naturally.

In general, somewhere between 50 and 80 percent of people who have a tubal ligation are able to get pregnant afterward. People under 35 years old have an average success rate of 70 to 80 percent.

However, if you’re over 40 at the time of the procedure, that success rate drops to just 30 or 40 percent.

Factors that impact tubal reversal cost

There are several factors that can impact how much you should expect to pay for your tubal ligation reversal. For one thing, the area where you live will make a big difference. People in larger metropolitan areas will likely pay more for reversal surgery, although people in more rural areas may pay more in travel costs.

If your surgery is done in a hospital setting it will be more expensive. If your surgery is done in an outpatient setting then tubal reversal will definitely be more affordable.

Preparation costs for tubal reversal surgery

Although many of us tend to think only of the costs for the procedure itself, there are a lot of other expenses that go into getting a tubal ligation reversal. For one thing, you’ll need to pay for tests, doctor’s visits, and preparation procedures leading up to your operation.

These costs in themselves can add up, depending on your situation.

Your doctor may want to start out with an ultrasound or other scanning at minimum to check the status of your fallopian tubes. They may even want to do an exploratory procedure, especially if it’s been a long time since your procedure and if it severed your fallopian tubes. You’ll need to pay for any blood tests your doctor orders, as well as the doctor’s visits themselves and your surgery prep costs.

These test can add up. Some may not even be necessary…keep reading and you will learn more about what is involved in the figuring out the average tubal reversal cost.

Travel Costs

Aside from your prep costs, you may also have to pay travel costs associated with your tubal ligation reversal.

Depending on where you live, there may not be a surgeon in your area who’s qualified to perform the procedure. In some cases, traveling further to see a better surgeon can improve your chances of a successful pregnancy later.

Depending on how far you need to go, you might need to pay for plane tickets for yourself and your partner. Even if you live close enough to drive, gas costs can start to add up.

Unless you know someone in the area you’re traveling to, you may have to pay for hotel stays both during your pre-operation visits and for a few days after the procedure.

Tubal Ligation Reversal Costs

If you get your tubal ligation reversal through our office, you can expect to pay one simple, flat fee for your procedure.

We’ll discuss more later what all these costs cover, but there won’t be any surprise fees.

In addition to the procedure cost, you’ll pay a $175 scheduling fee that will cover everything from pre-operative lab work and a medical history phone interview to travel advice and hotel recommendations.

If you pay cash for a tubal ligation reversal the cost will be $7,500. You may also be eligible for this discounted rate if you use our prepayment option that gives you three years to save for the cost of your procedure. If you choose to finance your tubal ligation, you may pay slightly more for your reversal surgery.

Please keep in mind that your health insurance plan will always consider tubal reversal as an elective and non-essential surgery. This means they will not pay for your reversal surgery. You will have to pay directly out of pocket for tubal reversal surgery.

Essure Removal Costs

Between November 2002 and December 2018, patients could elect to get a tubal sterilization procedure called Essure done.

During this procedure, your doctor would insert small flexible rods through the vagina and cervix into the fallopian tubes. Over time, your body would grow tissue around those inserts, blocking off your fallopian tubes.

Essure-removal-costs-with-dr-monteith-a-personal-choiceAlthough Essure is no longer available, thousands of patients still got it implanted.

If you need your Essure device removed due to abnormal symptoms, you’ll pay $8,500 through a financing plan.

If you have been having symptoms from your Essure devices and have a well documented medical record detailing your symptoms then your health insurance company may pay for a portion of your surgery.

You may be able to apply for reimbursement from your health insurance company for this procedure after the procedure has been completed.

Essure Reversal Costs

In some cases, patients had no trouble with Essure devices and simply wish to get them removed so they can become pregnant again. We’re proud to report that we were the first physicians to report a patient with a successful pregnancy after having an Essure device removed. In general, your chances of a successful pregnancy after Essure reversal is between 30 and 40 percent.

If you pay cash for your Essure reversal, you’ll need to pay $8,500, plus our $175 scheduling fee. If you plan to finance the surgery, then the cost for Essure reversal will be slightly higher.

If you aren’t getting this procedure done out of medical necessity, you shouldn’t plan on your health insurance company paying for the cost of the operation. You will have to pay directly out of pocket.

If you are having symptoms after Essure and the Essure removal procedure is medically required then your health insurance may contribute towards the operation; however, you will have to have a hysterectomy in the hospital if you expect your health insurance to pay for your surgery.

If you are having Essure reversal (removing the Essure devices and allowing you the chance to become pregnant naturally) then your health insurance plan will consider this an elective procedure and will not pay for your Essure reversal surgery.

Screening Laparoscopy Costs

One of the risks of tubal ligation reversal surgery is that you may not be able to have the procedure done at all. If your surgeon sees that your fallopian tubes are too damaged to be repaired, they’ll end the procedure. However, you’ll still be responsible for the full cost of the operation even if it isn’t successful.

If you choose, we can perform a screening laparoscopy procedure before your operation to check how your tubes look. This operation is completely optional, but it can save you some money if you’re concerned that your tubes may not be operable. If you pay cash for a screening laparoscopy after April 1, 2022, you’ll pay $2,500; for a financed procedure, you’ll pay $3,100.

What These Costs Cover?

So what exactly will all these costs we’ve discussed cover for your tubal ligation reversal procedure? We do our best to ensure that all our surgery costs are as all-inclusive as possible. You won’t be smacked with any hidden fees or unexpected costs once you’ve already committed to having your surgery.

Our procedure costs cover your record review and consultation with your doctor before your operation. They also include your surgeon fees, anesthesia fees, surgical supplies, and operating facility fees. We even include the costs for your post-op visit and follow-up care, so you can get the treatment you need with one simple fee.

Health Insurance Coverage

Now we know what you may be thinking at this point. All those numbers sound very scary, but I have health insurance, so I won’t have to pay all that, right? Unfortunately, no; most insurance companies won’t cover the cost of a tubal ligation reversal since the original operation was a voluntary procedure.

In some cases, your health insurance company may offer coverage for IVF procedures. However, if you underwent a voluntary sterilization procedure (i.e. a tubal ligation), most companies will refuse to pay for that too. This means that you’ll be paying for everything out of pocket or financing it through different means.

Alternatives to Tubal Ligation Reversal

tubal-reversal-surgery-is-priceless-when-it-worksDepending on your health and financial situation, a tubal ligation reversal may not be a feasible option for you. However, that doesn’t mean you’ll never be able to have a baby. There are some alternatives that can help you conceive or have a baby through other means.

Many patients who can’t have tubal ligation reversals may opt for in vitro fertilization as a way to get pregnant. If your body simply can’t support pregnancy, you may consider working through a surrogate.

You and your partner may also want to consider adoption as a way to have a child.

Learn More About Your Tubal Reversal Cost

Tubal ligation reversal can be a great way to get pregnant even after you’ve had a sterilization procedure. However, most insurance companies won’t cover these operations, so you need to plan to cover the costs yourself.

Dr. Charles Monteith is the Medical Director of A Personal Choice. He is widely considered one of the best tubal reversal surgeons in the United States. Patients travel to him from across the US and even world wide for reversal surgery.

To learn more about why Dr. Monteith is considered one of the best doctors for reversal surgery you should watch his video below. He has many other videos on his reversal website.

For more videos visit the video section of his website: Dr. Monteith’s tubal reversal videos

Dr. Monteith offers CareCredit financing for reversal surgery (more info on his website), an innovative 3 year pre-payment savings plan, and screening laparoscopy with a refund if your tubes cannot be repaired. Dr. Monteith works with several financing companies including CareCredit and other leading health care financing companies.

Patients travel to Dr Monteiths office for surgery. They stay for three (3) days. The consultation is the first day, surgery the second day, and the post operative visit is the third day. If you pay cash, you could have your tubal reversal procedure done for as little as $7,500 and Essure reversal done for as little as $8,500.

If you’d like to learn more about your tubal reversal cost, check out the rest of our site at A Personal Choice Tubal Reversal.

Contact us today and take the first step towards your affordable tubal reversal surgery today.

Need More Information About Tubal Reversal?

A Personal Choice Tubal Reversal Center is in Raleigh, North Carolina and specializes in tubal ligation, Essure, and vasectomy reversal surgery.

Dr. Monteith specializes in helping couples have more beautiful children with reversal surgery and helping women treat abnormal symptoms after their tubes have been tied!

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By joining the group you can communicate with other women who have had successfully reversed their tubal ligation and restored their natural fertility.

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