Tissue Expander Insertion for Skin Defects (Non-Breast): Preparing for Staged Reconstruction

Tissue expanders may be inserted to prepare skin for later reconstruction following trauma, burns, or tumour excision.

What It Costs

MOH-aligned private fees typically include:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 3,500 – 6,000
• Anaesthetist fee: SGD 1,500 – 2,200

What’s Typically Covered

Most comprehensive plans cover:
• Medically necessary staged reconstruction
• Hospitalisation and anaesthesia

Insurance Tip

Reference the planned second-stage reconstruction in pre-authorisation.

Conclusion

Expansion is a means to an end. Insurance should recognise the full plan.

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