Rhinoplasty, also called nose reshaping or a nose job, is a cosmetic surgery designed to improve the appearance of a person's nose. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeon's most recent report, nose reshaping surgery is one of the top cosmetic surgical procedures performed on an annual basis.1 For more information about the procedure itself, read our article “What is Rhinoplasty: Types, Preparation, and Recovery Tips.”
Below we dive into the average cost of a nose job or rhinoplasty, if insurance benefits cover the procedure, and how to pay for a nose job with different financing options.
How much is a nose job?
Well, it depends. First, it is important to note that nose jobs technically fall into two distinct categories:
- Rhinoplasty surgery – The surgical reshaping of the nose. Rhinoplasty procedures can range in complexity depending on what you're having done. For instance, an open or closed procedure, or having a septoplasty combined with rhinoplasty (septorhinoplasty) to correct a deviated septum and improve nasal function as well as aesthetic.2
- Non-surgical nose job – Also called the 15-minute nose job, a non-surgical nose job involves injecting dermal fillers to make minor, temporary changes to the appearance of the nose—no incisions required.3
Rhinoplasty cost
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the national average cost for a nose job or rhinoplasty procedure is $5,483,1 but may vary based on the extent of surgery, physician fees, anesthesia, and surgical center or outpatient costs.
Surgeon's fees vary based on their experience, geographic location, and the type of nose surgery as some types of rhinoplasty are more complex than others.
Other fees that may be added to the cost of rhinoplasty and other types of plastic surgery include:4
- Related appointments, such as consultation and post-surgery follow-up
- Medical tests, such as X-rays and bloodwork
- Pre- and post-surgery prescription medications
- Post-surgery garments and dressings
The following is a look at the cost range of different types of rhinoplasty with these variables included:
Procedure | Cost |
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Open Rhinoplasty | $7,500-$15,0002 |
Closed Rhinoplasty | $3,000-$12,0002 |
Septoplasty | $2,550-$4,2812 |
Septorhinoplasty (rhinoplasty + septoplasty) | $6,000 to $10,0003 |
Revision Rhinoplasty | $7,500 to $15,0002 |
Ethnic Rhinoplasty | $3,000 to $10,0002 |
Non-surgical nose job cost
The average cost of a non-surgical nose, also sometimes called liquid rhinoplasty, is $1,100, but can cost as much as $7,500. This price of a nose job is impacted by variables such as the brand and type of filler used and the amount needed to achieve the desired result. The doctor's experience and geographical location also affect the cost of this type of nose job.5
Here's the average costs of the different injectable fillers used for non-surgical nose jobs:1
Procedure | Cost |
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Hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvederm®, Restylane®, and Belotero®) | $684 |
Calcium hydroxylapatite fillers (Radiesse®) | $717 |
Polymethyl-methacrylate microspheres fillers (Bellafill®) | $1,058 |
Non-surgical nose jobs don't require time off for recovery6 so you don't need to factor in the cost of taking time off work when budgeting for a nose job.
That being said, the results are only temporary and maintaining them—if you choose to—requires having to repeat the injections, which can eventually cost you more than rhinoplasty, which is permanent.
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Does insurance cover nose jobs?
Rhinoplasty isn't typically covered by health insurance unless it is correcting a functional problem, or a defect caused by disease or facial injury. In those cases, a portion of the surgery may be covered and the amount of insurance benefits that will contribute to the cost of the plastic surgery is based on the patient's insurance plan.
If the rhinoplasty procedure is not deemed medically necessary, it is not covered by medical insurance benefits and not eligible for health savings account (HSA) reimbursement.7 If a portion of the nose job is covered by health insurance, patients may still have to pay some costs out-of-pocket, such as a copay, coinsurance, or deductible.8
Non-surgical nose jobs are not usually covered by insurance as they are considered cosmetic.
Financing options for nose jobs
Most plastic surgeons require payment by the day of the surgery, though any pre-surgery appointments, such as the consultation, need to be paid before the nose job procedure.9
Some people tap into savings to pay for their nose job to avoid having to pay interest on financing. If this isn't financially feasible and you would rather pay for it over time, you could see if your surgeon offers a monthly payment plan.
CareCredit for rhinoplasty and non-surgical nose jobs
Most cosmetic surgeons also accept credit cards, and many accept the CareCredit credit card which makes paying for rhinoplasty and other cosmetic procedures easy.* Use our Acceptance Locator or download the CareCredit Mobile App to find a nearby provider who accepts CareCredit.