Surgery For Foot Fractures

In the United States, foot fractures are a common injury in both children and adults. The fracture may occur in one of the 26 bones that help create the internal structure of the foot. A sports related injury, a sudden impact, stepping wrong on a sidewalk or dropping a heavy object on the foot are just a few of the ways a foot fracture may occur.

In more severe injuries, surgery for foot fractures may be needed. The associated costs of surgery are a varying factor with each patient. Under most circumstances, a patient’s medical insurance will cover the incident. Contacting the health insurance representative may help in determining out of pocket cost associated with the accident.

Symptoms of Foot Fractures

Depending on medical history and the severity of the accident, the symptoms of foot fractures vary with each individual.

• Pain is the first factor to indicate the foot is broken. The throbbing pain is instantaneous and does not stop.
• The foot becomes swollen and tender to the touch.
• Bruising occurs.
• The foot may look deformed, which usually indicates a bone is out of place.

If the pain or other symptoms do not subside, getting to a health care professional should become a priority. Seeking medical attention early will help with a faster recovery process and reduce the chances of further complications in the future.

Accurate Diagnosis

The need for surgery for foot fractures will be determined after an accurate diagnosis. In order to get the most out of the first doctor appointment, write a list of questions and concerns surrounding the foot injury.

• Length and details of the symptoms
• Information pertaining to how the foot fractures occurred.
• Medical history
• Current medicines and vitamins
• Any questions to ask the doctor.

The doctor will begin by discussing the medical history, options and order testing for an accurate diagnosis. The tests may include x-rays, bone scans, CT scans and MRI to determine the degree of injury. Generally, the costs of the tests are covered under the patient’s medical insurance.

Treatment

The treatment process will depend on the degree of injury. For basic treatment, a cast or a splint may be put on the patient’s foot as a way to immobilize the area while healing. Pain medication and antibiotics may be prescribed at this time to reduce pain and fight infections. The cost is generally lower for this type of treatment approach.

Higher costs for treatment are associated with surgery for foot fractures. In some cases, an uninsured patient may have bill for surgery for foot fractures that is over $14,000. A surgeon may need to use pins, wires, plates, and screws to strengthen and fix the foot fractures.

Covering Costs

Medical insurance is the biggest factor in figuring the costs associated with surgery for foot factures. The final medical expense will depend on the amount of copays, deductibles and percent of coverage the insurance provides. Contacting the health insurance provider to locate in network physicians will help in keeping the costs at a minimum.

Foot Fracture Surgery Costs

Dr. Howard Marans understands the need for high quality care without creating an overwhelming financial burden. Dr. Marans gladly accepts PPO and will work with other insurance companies to achieve an optimal outcome. Please click below to schedule your consultation or call us at 714.979.8981.