How much do dermatologists charge to remove a cyst on the scalp, if the patient has no insurance?
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A cyst on the scalp would be considered an out-patient surgery in the office I work in.  The doctor I work for charges $150, and by law anything removed from a human body has to go to the pathologist.  There is a separate charge from the pathologist of $100.  So the least you would be charged is $250 and it can go up from there depending on the pathology results.  (Sometimes the pathologist can't decide on a diagnosis and sends it for a second opinion)\nYou might want to have a talk with the dermatologist and tell him/her that you don't have insurance.  Sometimes they will give you a reduced price.
1161942
I had a tiny one removed by a plastic surgeon, and I think it  costs around $150.00, BUT the price is higher than average because since it's a mole, it HAS to go to a lab for a biopsy and that is included in the price.
655783
With insurance its usually pretty cheap. $10-$25. If you want, call your local pharmacy and ask how much it is without insurance. They will tell you. Good luck!
984436
i have had a cyst on my head before, i was nervous for gettting it removed b-cuz i absolutely hate doctors and needles. but it was real quick. i went in and was out by like 15 minutes. so it shouldnt hurt or anything as long as it isn't cancerous. good luck hope all goes well.
188547
Yes, usually they look very natural and very good.  Insurance will not pay for them as they are considered cosmetic and they are quite expensive.  Depending on where you live in the U.S. they will range from approximately $550.00 - $1200.00 each.  They are known for popping off frequently and having to be recemented.
622386
I am a dentist.\n\nYou didn't pay $800 for two fillings.  You paid $800 for an office visit, x-rays, maybe some other services, and fillings.\n\nWhen you go to a physicians office, do you ask for an itemized list of everything you will be charged for?  Of course not.  So why would you expect this from a dentist?  He/she, like your physician, is running a doctors office and has to do multiple things to diagnose and treat your problem, and simply cannot take the time to explain every damn thing to you.  You seem to view a visit to the dentist like a trip to your auto mechanic.\n\nIt's your responsibility to ask.  You are the derelict who has financial woes and yet failed to ask, "Doctor, how much will this cost me?"\n\nFurthermore, it is your responsibility to know your insurance benefits, not your dentist's.  If you don't know, your dentist's staff would have been happy to determine this for you.  You, of course, failed to ask.\n\nI can understand you're upset with the bill.  But try to remember that your dentist did actually cure you of two diseased teeth.
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There's no way for her to use her parents insurance without them finding out eventually, so forget that and pretend she has no insurance.\n\nIf she has her own money, nothing is stopping her from going somewhere and paying the bill herself.  If that's not an option, many places treat patients with the sliding-scale payment system if they don't have insurance or cannot  afford to pay in full.  A lot of these places are community/city health care centers.  Some private practices allow this as well.  She would need to make a list of the places in her area (starting with her first choices) and call each one, say that she is uninsured and ask if they accept patients on a sliding-scale.  They will understand right away and be able to answer the question.  The larger the town/city, the faster it may be to find a place.   \n\nI do not think that places go out of their way to see if a person is insured so I doubt she'll be turned down for treatment because of that.  Unless she proves that she has insurance, they will assume she has none.
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It's most likely to be a sebaceous cyst. It's nothing to worry about -- I get them from time to time. I sometimes get them in my earlobe. Squishing them can break them up but makes them last longer. In all but one case they went away by themselves, but sometimes it's months before they're gone.\n\nIt may also be an insect bite or even a very large, nasty pimple.\n\nSebaceous cysts most often arise from swollen hair follicles. Skin trauma can also induce a cyst to form. A sac of cells is created into which a protein called keratin is secreted.\n\nThese cysts are usually found on the face, neck, and trunk. They are usually slow-growing, painless, freely movable lumps beneath the skin. Occasionally, however, a cyst will become inflamed and tender.\n\nSymptoms...\n\n> Usually a nontender, small lump beneath the skin\n> Redness, tenderness, or increased temperature of the skin over the area may occur infection\n> Grayish-white, cheesy, foul-smelling material may drain from the cyst\n\nSigns and tests...\n\nIn most cases, your physician can diagnose a cyst based on its appearance. Occasionally, a biopsy may be needed to rule out other conditions with a similar appearance.\n\nTreatment...\n\nSebaceous cysts are not dangerous and can usually be ignored. At times, they may become inflamed and tender. Others may grow large and interfere with day-to-day life. In these cases, you can have them surgically removed in a physician's office. Alternatively, small inflamed cysts can be treated by injection of steroid medications.
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You should see a dermatologist.
65612
It could be cysts that are from much earlier pimples that are sealed off and have no pore opening.  A Dermatologist (skin doctor) can inject them if they are large and they will go away.  Could also be ingrown hairs or hairs that have migrated into the skin after a hair cut.  If you have health insurance call your regular doctor and they will refer you to a dermatologist sometimes over the phone and it will be covered.  Even if no health insurance it is less expensive that most health care.  Good luck!
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Most insurance doesn't cover it.  You may be looking at anywhere from 300-500 to have it treated.
266951
doctor for surgery to remove cyst.
72038
Ask a certified dermatologist.
107525
Usually there is an exchange..by being on the show the fees are waived. Insurance will pay for only a few proceedures such as correcting a deviated sept. or an eye lift if medically needed.
586471
There is no such thing as cheap healthcare.  There is free healthcare and really expensive healthcare.  Especially dermatologists.  The need of a derm is usually cosmetic.  So it is something people really want, not need usually. Your best bet is just get to whichever one you can find and make sure you have some insurance first.
578407
Why not go out and pay $80/hr to get a shrink instead of getting it out of us for free!!!
372290
Completely depends on whether the patient has complications.   I had it done 3 years ago...absolutely no complications..total cost was about $30,000\n\nI paid about $1,500 out of pocket