How much does minimally invasive spine surgery cost?

A 2011 study published in SAS Journal showed the cost of a minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion was $14,183.00 on average while the cost of open surgery was $18,633.00. The cheaper costs are due to the fact that a minimally invasive procedure does not have to be performed in a hospital setting.

Is minimally invasive spine surgery safe?

Conclusion: Minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery is both safe and highly effective in the elderly population. Patient selection is of utmost importance.

Is minimally invasive surgery covered by insurance?

da Vinci Surgery is categorized as robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery, so any insurance that covers minimally invasive surgery generally covers da Vinci Surgery. This is true for widely held insurance plans like Medicare. It is important to note that your coverage will depend on your plan and benefits package.

What are the examples of minimally invasive surgery?

Adrenalectomy

What is minimally invasive spinal stabilization surgery?

Minimally invasive spine surgery offers several advantages over open surgery, which typically requires large incisions, muscle stripping, more anesthesia, a long hospital stay, and a long recuperation period . The benefits of spine surgery include: A few tiny scars instead of one large scar. Shorter hospital stay – a few days instead of a week.

Is minimally invasive laminectomy an outpatient procedure?

Minimally invasive lumbar laminectomy has many benefits over its traditional surgical counterpart-less blood loss, tiny incision(s), and quicker recovery time to name a few. However, not every patient is a candidate for this type of procedure, particularly in an outpatient setting.