Plastic Surgeons in Irvine, CA
Compare 19 plastic surgeons in Irvine, CA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Most common: MD
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Specialty: plastic-surgeonState: CACity: Irvine
About plastic surgeons in Irvine, CA
Irvine has 19 plastic surgeons. The most common credential is MD (100%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Providers practice throughout Irvine. Woodbridge is a master-planned community with family practices and proximity to Kaiser Permanente Irvine. Turtle Rock is near UCI Medical Center, with specialist offices catering to the university community. Northwood is a family-oriented neighborhood with pediatric and primary care offices along Irvine Boulevard. University Park is adjacent to UC Irvine campus, benefiting from UCI Health's specialty clinics.
Nearby hospitals include UCI Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Irvine, and Kaiser Permanente Irvine. Local training programs run through University of California, Irvine and Concordia University Irvine. Irvine is consistently ranked among the safest and healthiest cities in the US.
What to expect at your first plastic surgeon visit in Irvine, CA
The consultation includes a physical exam and a candid discussion of your goals. For reconstructive cases, the surgeon reviews your medical history and coordinates with your other physicians. For cosmetic cases, they explain what is achievable, show before-and-after photos of similar cases, discuss technique options, and outline risks. You will receive a detailed cost estimate. Most consultations for cosmetic procedures have a fee ($50 to $200) that may be applied toward surgery.
When to see a plastic surgeon
See a plastic surgeon for breast reconstruction after cancer surgery, skin cancer excision and reconstruction, hand injuries (fractures, tendon repair, nerve repair), scar revision after trauma or surgery, burn reconstruction, cleft lip and palate repair, carpal tunnel release, and cosmetic procedures. For cosmetic concerns, consultations are the time to discuss goals, realistic outcomes, and costs.
Typical costs
Consultation: $50-200 · Breast reconstruction: covered by insurance · Rhinoplasty (cosmetic): $5,000-15,000 · Tummy tuck: $6,000-12,000 · Facelift: $7,000-15,000
Frequently asked questions about plastic surgeons in Irvine, CA
Irvine, CA has 19 licensed plastic surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of plastic surgeons in Irvine, CA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
A consultation costs $100 to $250. Breast reconstruction costs $5,000 to $15,000 per stage (often covered by insurance). Rhinoplasty costs $5,000 to $10,000 cosmetic. Skin graft procedures cost $3,000 to $10,000. Actual costs in Irvine, CA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Reconstructive surgery for medical conditions (post-cancer, congenital defects, trauma) is generally covered by insurance. The Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act requires insurers to cover breast reconstruction. Cosmetic procedures are paid out of pocket. Many surgeons offer payment plans.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Irvine, CA has 19 plastic surgeons. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
11% of plastic surgeons in Irvine, CA accept Medicare. Medicare covers reconstructive plastic surgery when medically necessary, such as breast reconstruction after mastectomy or skin grafts after burns. Cosmetic procedures are not covered. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some plastic surgeons in Irvine, CA accept Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers reconstructive surgery deemed medically necessary. Prior authorization is typically required. Cosmetic procedures are excluded from coverage. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Medi-Cal participation before scheduling.
A reconstructive case typically involves a consultation, surgery, and follow-ups at one week, two weeks, and six weeks. Cosmetic procedures may include an additional planning visit. Complex reconstructions like microsurgery may require multiple stages over months. With 19 plastic surgeons in Irvine, CA, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
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Insurance & Plastic Surgeon coverage
Reconstructive plastic surgery is covered by medical insurance when medically necessary. The Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act requires insurance to cover breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Cosmetic procedures are self-pay. Many plastic surgery offices offer financing through third-party companies (CareCredit, Prosper Healthcare Lending). Get a written estimate of all costs before proceeding.
