Facial Surgery
EYELID SURGERY COST
Huntersville (Charlotte Metro), NC
What blepharoplasty actually costs in the Charlotte and Huntersville area, broken down by surgeon fees, facility charges, and insurance coverage.
What blepharoplasty actually costs in the Charlotte and Huntersville area, broken down by surgeon fees, facility charges, and insurance coverage.
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, typically costs $2,000 to $5,000 in surgeon fees for patients in the Charlotte and Huntersville area, plus $800 to $2,000 in separate facility charges for the surgical suite or operating room. A straightforward upper eyelid procedure sits at the lower end of that range. Combining upper and lower eyelid work, or addressing more significant skin and fat, pushes the total toward the higher end.
The surgeon's fee covers the actual procedure, from the pre-operative consultation and marking through the surgery itself and your follow-up visits. It generally does not include anesthesia, use of the surgical facility, or any lab work, which are billed separately. When comparing quotes between providers, ask specifically what is and is not included so you are comparing full costs rather than just the headline number.
Beyond the surgeon's fee, expect $800 to $2,000 for use of the surgical facility, whether that is an accredited in-office suite or a hospital operating room. Most eyelid surgery is done under local anesthesia with oral sedation, which keeps this portion of the cost lower than procedures requiring general anesthesia. If your case does call for deeper sedation, factor in the added anesthesia provider fee as well.
Upper eyelid surgery removes excess skin, and sometimes a small amount of muscle or fat, that causes hooding or a tired appearance. It is usually the less complex of the two procedures and tends to fall at the lower end of the $2,000 to $5,000 surgeon fee range. In some cases, excess upper eyelid skin obstructs vision enough that the procedure qualifies as functional rather than purely cosmetic, which changes how it is billed.
Lower eyelid surgery addresses puffiness, under-eye bags, and looseness in the lower lid. It is often more technically involved than the upper lid procedure, and pricing tends to land in the middle to upper part of the typical range. Patients with significant fat herniation or skin laxity should expect a fee closer to the higher end.
Many patients choose to address both the upper and lower eyelids in the same surgical session. Combining the two does not simply double the cost, since a single trip to the facility and one anesthesia fee cover both procedures. Most patients doing both upper and lower blepharoplasty in one visit land in the $4,000 to $5,000 range for surgeon fees, plus the facility charge.
Cosmetic blepharoplasty, done purely to improve appearance, is an out-of-pocket cost with no insurance contribution. Functional blepharoplasty, performed because excess skin is obstructing your field of vision, may be partially covered by Medicare or private insurance once documented through a visual field test. The distinction matters for your wallet, and it is worth discussing directly with your provider before assuming either way.
Insurance coverage depends entirely on medical necessity. If drooping upper eyelid skin is documented to obstruct your peripheral or upward vision, insurance often covers a significant portion of the procedure after prior authorization. Purely cosmetic eyelid surgery, done to improve appearance rather than restore function, is not covered under any circumstance. We can help determine which category your case falls into during your consultation.
A few things move your quote up or down:
Getting quotes from more than one provider is reasonable, but price should not be the only factor. A lower quote from a less experienced provider can end up costing more in the long run if a revision becomes necessary.
Pricing for blepharoplasty in our area generally lines up with national averages, though it can run somewhat lower than in major coastal cities. Choosing a surgeon based on training and experience rather than price alone matters more here than the dollar difference between quotes. Dr. Raymond J. Haigney II, FACS is a board-certified surgeon with the training to handle both straightforward and more complex eyelid cases.
Most patients take 7 to 10 days off work or social activities to let visible bruising and swelling resolve. Budget for cold compresses, lubricating eye drops, and possibly a few days of help around the house if you live alone. Understanding the risks and realistic healing timeline in advance, covered on our eyelid surgery risks page, helps you plan both your schedule and your recovery budget.
Eyelid surgery is delicate work performed on some of the thinnest skin on the body, close to the eye itself. A surgeon who regularly performs blepharoplasty is better positioned to balance how much tissue to remove against the risk of over-correction, which can cause the eye to appear too open or make full eyelid closure difficult. Choosing based on training and outcomes, not just the lowest number on a quote, protects both your appearance and your vision.
General price ranges are a starting point, not a quote. The only way to know your actual cost is an in-person evaluation of your eyelids, since the amount of skin and fat involved varies significantly from patient to patient. Call (704) 987-3132 or request an appointment online to schedule a consultation with Dr. Haigney and get a firm number.
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Words cannot express enough, how wonderful, caring and professional Dr. Haigney and his staff are! After being rushed to the Huntersville hospital with an orbital fracture, broken nose and other facial damage, Dr. Haigney rushed me into surgery (on his day off I must add) and corrected all my problems. I only wish all doctors cared as much about their patients and their recovery as Dr. Haigney and his staff did. Thank you so much for everything! Your attention and compassion has helped me make my recovery as comfortable as possible. 5 star service!
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