Accessory Breast Tissue Removal Costs: Gland Removal, Liposuction and Tests

If you are looking into accessory breast tissue removal, you may wonder whether gland removal and liposuction are both included in the cost. Looking at the extent of gland removal and liposuction, diagnostic and preoperative tests, anesthesia and aftercare helps you understand the information you receive. Even under the same name, “accessory breast surgery”, the treatment needed and the items included in the cost must be checked for your individual case.

First, assess the fullness around the armpit

Diagnosis involves using ultrasound or mammography to identify glandular breast tissue and distinguish it from other conditions. Appearance alone is not enough to decide in advance whether liposuction is needed or how much tissue should be removed. After an examination and any necessary tests, we explain the treatment you need. Damsoyu Hospital’s accessory breast tissue FAQ (in Korean)

Before your consultation, note which side feels uncomfortable, whether there is pain or a change in size, and whether you have had examinations or surgery before. Bring up any questions you already have, such as “Both sides look similar—would they need the same treatment?” This helps you ask specific questions during the appointment.

Discuss gland removal and liposuction separately

Ask for separate explanations of glandular tissue removal and liposuction of the surrounding area. One approach to accessory breast surgery combines these procedures. The treatment area in your case and the items included in your estimate need to be confirmed separately from the general surgical information on the website. Damsoyu Hospital’s accessory breast surgery information (in Korean)

When discussing costs, ask which tissue and areas would be treated and the extent of any liposuction.

• Based on the examination, which tissue would be removed, and from where?
• Is liposuction also planned? If so, which area would it cover?
• Does the information you have received refer to treatment on one side or both sides?
• If examination results change the surgical plan, can the revised plan be explained again?

Knowing whether treatment involves one side or both, and which areas it covers, helps you understand the extent of your planned treatment. The procedure and its extent are based on your individual assessment; the same treatment area does not apply to every patient.

Review the steps from examinations to follow-up care

Bring together the information you receive about tests, the day of surgery and aftercare, as well as the surgical consultation itself. Check whether you need diagnostic tests, preoperative tests, anesthesia and recovery observation, prescribed medicines, a compression garment or other supplies, and follow-up visits—and whether each is included in the cost.

Aftercare planning also includes supplies such as a compression garment and appointments to check your recovery. Follow your preoperative instructions when preparing the supplies and schedule that apply to you. Check separately whether the aftercare described on the website is included in the quoted surgical cost. Damsoyu Hospital’s aftercare FAQ (in Korean)

Check insurance coverage item by item

South Korea’s National Health Insurance distinguishes covered from non-covered items. The name “accessory breast surgery” alone does not determine coverage for every planned item. Ask the hospital to explain each medical item. If you plan to claim under private indemnity medical insurance, separately ask your insurer about your policy’s coverage conditions and required documents. National Health Insurance Service: understanding non-covered care (in Korean)

Questions to bring to Damsoyu Hospital

“I would like an assessment for accessory breast tissue. I want to know whether I need gland removal, liposuction or both, and which examinations, anesthesia, supplies and follow-up visits are included in the cost.”

Tell us the procedure you are considering and the treatment areas and cost items you want to discuss, so we can go through them with you. Please contact Damsoyu Hospital for your surgical cost estimate. In Damsoyu Hospital’s telephone consultation request form (in Korean), include the area you would like assessed and whether you have had any previous examinations.