Frequently Asked Questions
What is Height Lengthening?
Height lengthening is a surgery that increases the length of the long bones of the leg. This procedure can be done on the femur (thigh) and/or on the tibia (shin). Today’s height lengthening technology is far more advanced than what was started in the U.S. back in the 1950’s. Cosmetic height lengthening can help you grow taller – by up to 6 more inches! We are the leader in height lengthening surgery and leg deformity correction. Being short or having limb deformities are the two major reasons why people want to have this procedure.
What is the cost of the procedure?
Bilateral femur lengthening (Precise nail) —————–$72,000-$75,000 USD
Bilateral tibia lengthening (Precise nail) —————–$82,000-85,000 USD
Combined tibia and femur lengthening 3-4 weeks apart——-$159,000-164,000 USD
We try to cover some of the cost of the rod removal through insurance. The cost usually ends up being $12,000-$15,000 after the help of your insurance. It’s important to note that we do have to run this with your insurance a month before your rod removal surgery to confirm exactly how much they will help cover. Usually PPO insurances are the most willing to help with the cost. Without insurance the cost is usually $20,000-$25,000.
How much does the consultation cost?
The in-person consultation costs $650, which cannot be applied to your surgery cost. The cost for an online consultation is $400.
How much is the anesthesia fee?
Can I lengthen my femurs and tibia at the same time?
What is the maximum height I can get from this surgery?
What is the recovery process?
How long after the surgery can I walk? Will I be wheelchair bound?
Can I go back to exercising/weight lifting/training/dancing right after? Do people really get back to sports after this?
Is there financing available for the procedure?
How long will I need to stay in Los Angeles after the procedure?
Can we do a phone/web consultation if I am not from Los Angeles?
How much do the removal of the rods cost?
We try to cover some of the cost of the rod removal through insurance. The cost usually ends up being $12,000-$15,000 after the help of your insurance. It’s important to note that we do have to run this with your insurance a month before your rod removal surgery to confirm exactly how much they will help cover. Usually PPO insurances are the most willing to help with the cost. Without insurance the cost is usually $20,000-$25,000.
Can I correct my bow legs and do the height lengthening procedure at the same time?
Can I schedule physical therapy in my home state and how much will it cost me?
What is the approximate cost of a home health nurse?
How many lengthening procedures have you done?
What are the risks involved with the procedure? Is it very dangerous?
How long after the surgery will my pain go away?
What is the approximate cost of medication needed during recovery?
What is the price for the external device rather than the internal?
The external device is about $10,000 less than the internal device, but the recovery is much longer.
What is the soonest time surgery can be done after the consultation?
What is covered in the cost of surgery?
- Hospital stay for up to 3 days.
- All hospital charges relating to the operating room and recovery room.
- Implant costs: Bilateral Precice lengthening rods.
- Anesthesiologist fees.
- Surgeon fees.
- Surgery assistant fees.
- Radiologist fees (includes their reading fee of all the x-rays).
- All hospital diagnostic tests during the admission.
- All x-rays: up to (90 days) 12 weeks (your insurance may cover past 90 days).
- All office visits: up to (90 days) 12 weeks (your insurance may cover past 90 days).
What is not covered?
- Medications and pharmaceuticals (e.g. pain medicine, anticoagulants, supplements e.g. calcium, bone health now, Vitamin D, anti-inflammatory medications, wheelchair, crutches. Insurance will cover).
- Travel/Lodging accommodations. We will provide a list of recommended locations.
- Food and other supplies during the stay in Los Angeles.
- Home health aids (nurses, homemaker, etc.).