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Female to Male (FTM) Surgery Cost in 2023

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By Priyanka Dutta Deb

8th July '22

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The FTM surgery cost, on average, is about $4876 to $9752.

Gender-affirming care can cost $25,000 to $75,000, with individual procedures ranging from $1,500 to $26,000. Total cost for all procedures may be as high as $200,000 to $300,000.

When considering the cost of female to male surgery, it's important to note that these figures encompass the surgical expenses alone. Additional costs, such as:

  • pre-operative consultations
  • post-operative care
  • hospitalization may also be involved.

For a more detailed breakdown about top surgery FTM cost and female to male bottom surgery cost, let’s explore further.

Cost Comparison of Female to Male Surgery

Let's discuss all the procedures followed in female to male transgender surgery and their respective costs.

Female to Male Top Surgery

In female to male top surgery, the upper body alterations are made to the patient. This primarily involves getting a mastectomy (breast removal). Depending on the chest size, you can get different breast removal surgeries.

For medium to a large chestDouble incision with nipple graft$3000- $5000
Smaller chestPeriareolar surgery$2000 – $2500
Vey small chestKeyhole surgery$2000 – $2500

Female to Male Top Surgery

Following this, the nipples are re-attached and final shaping is done to make the chest look more masculine. 

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What is the list of FTM bottom surgeries and their costs?  

Transgender female to male bottom surgery includes the removal of the female reproductive organs and genitals. It is then replaced with the male genitals. Trans-bottom surgery in females to males includes hysterectomy, vaginectomy, penile transplant and phalloplasty or metoidioplasty. 

You must be thinking about what these surgeries entail. Right? Let's know more about them in detail and their cost.

Female to Male Bottom Surgery Cost

Procedure

Description

Cost

HysterectomyProcess of removal of the uterus in female to male transitioning people. The procedure may involve the removal of the entire uterus or a part of it. 

$865

VaginectomyProcedure of removal of the vaginal canal and vaginal openings. These tissues are then used to remodel the male genitals.

$759 to $1266

PhalloplastyInvolves the formation of a penis and urinary tract (to stand while urinating). In this procedure, your lower arm or thigh tissue is used. 

$2533

Metoidioplasty Lengthens your existing genital tissue, transforming it into a defined phallus. This only requires one surgery.

$1076


What does the FTM Facial Masculinization Surgery Cost?

After reassigning the body, there are various surgical procedures to achieve a whole masculine look. Facial masculinization surgery is the alterations and cosmetic changes made to the face and throat to gain a more masculine appeal. These include:

Procedure

Description

Cost

Forehead LengtheningSince female foreheads are generally shorter, increasing the distance between the brows and hairline can establish a more masculine appearance.$1013 to $1139
Cheek implantsCheek implants are placed between the bone and the facial skin during cheek augmentation to develop a more elongated and masculine shape.$2200
RhinoplastyRhinoplasty involves the process of reshaping the nose to make it more comprehensive and give it larger openings.$1076
Jaw contouringAn effective procedure for creating masculine facial proportions, increasing overall face width, and providing definition between the lower face and throat. $633 to $1899

FTM Facial Masculinization

What does female to male hormone therapy cost?

Well, before we discuss the cost, let's get some light on what hormone therapy is in female to male surgery.

Female to male testosterone therapy is also known as T-therapy. This is a type of hormone therapy provided to FTM transitioning people. T-therapy is a treatment that promotes traditionally masculine physical characteristics while suppressing traditionally feminine ones. 

how body changes from masculinizing hormone therapy

In T therapy, patients are given the hormone testosterone. This aids in the suppression of menstrual cycles and the reduction of oestrogen production. It can also result in physical changes like male-pattern hair growth and a deeper voice.
The cost of testosterone hormone therapy is $1,650 to $3,200 per year, depending on the type of TRT, the mode and frequency of administration, and a person's insurance coverage.

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Factors affecting Female to Male Surgery Cost

  • Cost: The overall surgery cost can burden people financially, from the doctor’s fee to surgery fees. Due to the uniqueness of the surgery, the methods used, and procedure duration may affect the cost.
  • Additional Charges: The hospital room rent and the stay until recovery can heavily impact the final bill amount. These charges are mostly not included in the package and must be planned. 
  • Post-Surgery Care: The body needs a few weeks to settle into the new skin following the surgery. Medications and assistive care, if necessary, will cost extra apart from the surgery bill.
  • Medical Tourists: If people travel overseas for surgery, additional accommodation and food expenses will be incurred. Tourists need to plan well ahead, keeping these factors in mind. 

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Does Insurance Cover Female to Male Surgery Cost?

Insurance

The coverage of female-to-male (FTM) surgery costs by insurance varies depending on various elements such as the particular insurance plan, the individual's location, and the type of surgery involved.

In general, however, more and more insurance plans are covering FTM surgery costs. To find out if your insurance plan covers FTM surgery costs, you should contact your insurance company directly.

If your insurance plan does cover FTM surgery costs, you may still have to pay out-of-pocket expenses such as deductibles. The amount of these expenses will vary depending on your plan.

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FAQs

1.)What is the bottom surgery for female to male?

During the female to male transition surgery, the uterus and ovaries are usually removed. The surgeons perform phalloplasty surgery to lengthen the penis and urethra. The surgeons also remove the vagina and close the vaginal opening.

2) What are the most common FTM surgeries?

The most common FTM surgeries include chest reconstruction (mastectomy), genital reconstruction (phalloplasty or metoidioplasty), and hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy.

3) What are the risks of FTM surgery?

As with any surgery, there are risks involved. Some risks specific to FTM surgery include infection, bleeding, scarring, and loss of sensation in the surgical area.

4) Is FTM surgery covered by insurance?

In some cases, FTM surgery may be covered by insurance. However, this can vary depending on the specific insurance plan and the individual’s medical history.

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Question and Answers

In ftm hrt, would the physical effects be noticeable? I have family that are very conservative and am just wondering whether they will be able to notice.

Male | 15

Indeed, the physical results of FTM HRT are visible but may differ depending on an individual. It is possible also to identify some physical changes such as a deepening voice, facial and body hair growths, and redistribution of the fatty mass. It is best to consult with a gender-affirming healthcare provider who specializes in trans healthcare

Answered on 29th Jan '24

Dr. Vinod Vij

Dr. Vinod Vij

Can a transgender male have a period?

Other | 43

Men who are transgenders assigned female at birth still possess uterus, and consequently continue to menstruate as normal. Hormone therapy commonly used in the gender transition brings about a significant decrease or cessation of menstrual bleeding. In order to get personalized advice regarding the management of menstrual health for those going through gender transition, a specialist in transgender medicine or endocrinology needs to be consulted.

Answered on 18th Jan '24

Dr. Vinod Vij

Dr. Vinod Vij

Female to male fmga operation cheyinchukuna valaki pillalu putte is there a possibility

Female | 20

FMGA surgery DOES NOT allow for biological pregnancy.. 

Answered on 13th Dec '23

Dr. Vinod Vij

Dr. Vinod Vij