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Posterior Debridement With Removal of Spine Implants for Infection
When spinal implants are infected, removal combined with debridement may be required to eradicate infection.
What It Costs
MOH benchmarks show:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 5,500 – 8,300
• Anaesthetist fee: Not benchmarked
What’s Typically Covered
Most comprehensive plans cover:
• Medically necessary infection surgery
• Hospitalisation
Insurance Tip
Confirm coverage for implant removal as part of infection treatment.
Conclusion
Clearing infection may require sacrifice of hardware. Insurance should support decisive care.
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