FAQs

To meet with Dr. Burgess, there is a consultation fee of $200. The consultation fee is collected over the phone when making your appointment, and a receipt will be mailed along with your new patient information packet.

Our cosmetic surgeries are priced per hour for anesthesia and operating room, with a separate surgeon’s fee. Therefore, the final cost depends on the procedure and time that it takes to perform. After an in-office consultation with Dr. Burgess, you will be provided with a cosmetic price quote.

Once you receive your price quote it will include the following:

• Surgeon’s fee
• Operating room fee
• Anesthesia fee
• Miscellaneous items needed for your specific procedure. (i.e. implants, bra, and garment)
• Pre op and all of your post op visits for one year

Additional costs may include:

• Mammogram and lab work (depending on your age and health)
• Prescription medications
• Pathology
• Possible overnight facility fee

You may apply for a pre-approved credit card specifically for medical care through CareCredit or Alphaeon. We also accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Read more about financing for plastic surgery.

Many of the surgeries are done at Meridian Park Medical Center, but some surgeries may be performed at other Legacy or Providence hospitals or certified surgery centers. A complete list of facilities where Dr. Burgess has privileges is below:

• Legacy Meridian Park Hospital
• Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital
• Providence Newberg Hospital
• Providence Willamette Falls
• Providence St. Vincent Hospital
• Center for Specialty Surgery
• Wilshire Surgery Center
• Bridgeview Surgery Center

Depending on the surgery, you may be able to schedule within the same month. However, we are usually scheduling 1-3 months out from your consultation date. Please plan in advance. You can ask to be placed on our cancellation list too, just ask the front office!

The recovery following surgery depends on the type of surgery you have. The following information is basic recovery instructions, so make sure you communicate with your surgeon and/or nurse for specific details.

Breast Surgery Recovery

After breast surgery, take it easy for the first few days, keeping your upper body elevated and avoiding heavy lifting or strenuous activity. Wear the recommended surgical bra for support and comfort, as it helps reduce swelling and stabilize the area. Follow any pain management instructions and medication schedule Dr. Burgess provided, and make sure to attend your follow-up appointments to monitor your healing progress.

Body Surgery Recovery

For body surgeries like tummy tucks or liposuction, limit movement initially and avoid any bending or heavy lifting to protect the surgical area. Keep your compression garment on as directed to minimize swelling. Hydrate well, follow a balanced diet to support healing, and gently walk to encourage circulation when you feel comfortable.

Face Surgery Recovery

After facial surgery, keep your head elevated to reduce swelling and apply cold compresses as directed to minimize bruising. Avoid bending forward, lifting heavy objects, or strenuous activity to prevent pressure on your face. Follow your Dr. Burgess’ guidelines for wound care, keep the incisions clean, and avoid makeup or skincare products until approved by your provider.

Deductible: The out-of-pocket balance that you will have to pay in full for specific health services prior to your health insurance paying. Your insurance may help pay for certain preventive health services, such as labs, health screenings, or medications prior to your deductible being met. However, for non-preventative or high-cost services such as hospital stays, surgery, or emergency care, it is the patient’s responsibility to provide payment in full until the deductible is met. You may have two different deductibles, an in-network deductible and an out-of-network deductible.

For example, if your insurance plan has a $3,000 deductible, you will be solely responsible for paying $3,000 towards your healthcare costs before your insurance begins to share the cost.

Co-insurance: This refers to the amount, usually a percentage, that is the patient’s responsibility for a medical service once the deductible has been met. Your co-insurance cost may vary depending on the health service. (imaging, surgery, hospital stays, etc.)

For example, Jane Doe’s co-insurance for surgery is 20% after her deductible. Her deductible is $5,000 and she has already paid $4,000 towards her deductible. The billed amount for her surgery was $10,000. Jane will have to pay $1,000, to meet her deductible, and then 20% of the remaining $9,000 due. So, for Jane’s $10,000 surgery, she will pay $2,800 and her insurance will pay $7,200.

Out-of-pocket Maximum (OOPM): Most insurance plans have an OOPM which is the max amount you will pay before your insurance pays for your health services in full. All the payments made towards your deductible, copays, co-insurance are applied to your OOPM. You may have two different OOPMs, an in-network OOPM and an out-of-network OOPM.

For example, Jane’s deductible is $5,000 and her OOPM is $7,500. She has paid $6,000 in copays, co-insurance, and prescriptions. Her deductible has been met, and she has paid an additional $1,000 in expenses. She will be responsible for another $1,500 in shared costs with her insurance until she hits her OOPM, then her insurance will pay for her health services in full.

Surgery Bills: You will receive multiple bills after your surgery. Dr. Burgess is not an employee of Legacy Health, Providence Health, Center for Specialty Surgery, or Wilshire Surgery Center. You could receive up to four different bills regarding your surgery: facility (operating room and other affiliated charges), anesthesia, surgeon (Dr. Burgess), and pathology. Please be aware that payment to the facility, anesthesia, and/or pathology is not payment for the surgical services provided by Dr. Burgess and vice versa. Payment plans are available for Dr. Burgess’ billed amount and can be set up through her billing service, Service Plus. If you have any questions regarding a bill you have received, please contact the phone number on the bill first.