Chalazion (Meibomian Cyst) Removal
Chalazion (meibomian cyst) removal is a surgical procedure to clean out the blocked meibomian duct causing the eye lid swelling or lump.
Privately you will benefit from no waiting lists or long delays for chalazion (meibomian cyst) removal at Fairfield Independent Hospital.
We work with most insurance companies and offer competitive self-pay prices if you do not have health insurance.
Before considering surgery, it is important to be aware that all surgical procedures carry a certain amount of risk and it is important that you understand the risks involved with chalazion (meibomian cyst) removal.
You will require an initial consultation with one of our registered Consultant Ophthalmologists to assess the cyst and confirm if treatment is required. Depending on the type, size and location of the lesion you may need to have it surgically removed in clinic or theatre. Guide prices can vary.
During the examination particular attention is taken to exclude any underlying conditions causing the chalazion (meibomian cyst).
Key facts about the procedure
Why choose us:
A high level of Consultant level care every time
Flexible appointments to suit you
No waiting lists or long delays
Comprehensive service We have a team of Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeons , who provide a comprehensive service for patients who suffer from chalazion (meibomian cysts) or other types of eye-lid conditions.
You will be offered an appointment at the earliest convenient date for you.
During your initial consultation, you will be seen by a consultant, who is specifically trained and has experience of performing Cataract surgery. You will be able to explain your medical history and any concerns you might have with the surgeon who would be performing the Cataract surgery.
Your consultant will discuss with you if they feel any further diagnostic tests such as scans or blood tests are needed if there are any other treatment pathways to consider such as self-management and/or medications.
We work with all known insurance companies and offer competitive self-pay prices if you do not have health insurance.
Chalazion (Meibomian Cyst) Removal - Outpatients
Patient Pathway
Initial Consultation
Main Treatment
Post-Discharge Care
Total
Hospital fees
Included
£300
Additional Follow Up Consultations are from £100 each (if required)
£300
Consultant fees
£150
Included
Included
£150
Guide Price
£150
£300
Included
£450
Patient Pathway
Hospital fees
Consultant fees
Initial Consultation
Included
£150
Main Treatment
£300
Included
Post-Discharge Care
Additional Follow Up Consultations are from £100 each (if required)
Included
Sub Totals
£300
£150
Total Guide Price
£450
The guide price may vary depending on:
Which consultant you choose
Your medical history
The type of diagnostic investigation your consultant advises is best for you
If you have had a recent diagnostic investigation and we can access it
The type of anaesthetic your consultant advises is best for you
The type of implant, drug or the actual procedure you choose or your consultant advises is best for you
The guide prices correct as at the 1 of January, 2016
Following your consultation you will be made clear of the costs to you before you go ahead with your treatment.
What's included:
The initial consultation guide price covers the cost of your initial appointment with your consultant. The consultation fee is due in full on the day of the appointment.
The diagnostic investigations guide price covers the approximate cost of any tests you may require to assist the consultant with a diagnosis, such as x-rays and blood tests. Any associated costs will be made clear to you before you proceed with any scan or test.
The Main Treatment guide price covers your stay in hospital as long as it is clinically necessary. This guide price includes all pre-operative tests that the Hospital requires to ensure you are fit for surgery, the fees for your consultant and anaesthetist to perform the procedure, and any nursing care, medication and food after. However, if your consultant advises that you need a different prosthesis, or you request a non standard item, then the guide price for your treatment will alter. This will be made clear to you before you go ahead with your treatment and will become the ‘fixed price’. The payment for the main treatment is due in full, five days prior to your admission date.
Post discharge care following your discharge from Hospital is included in your fixed price care package. This price includes a single post-op consultant consultation and physiotherapy visits (up to the number stated), removal of any stitches, change of dressings and any medication you need to take home with you. The main treatment price also includes the cost of treating any complications at the Hospital for 365 days following the date of your procedure where those complications arise directly out of the treatment you receive as part of your treatment package and are identified within 365 days of your discharge from Hospital, provided that you have followed the advice of your Consultants and any other medical professionals involved in your care following the procedure. This includes any consultations, outpatient, day-care and inpatient treatment that the Consultant says you need and which the Hospital agrees to provide.
For more information visit paying for your own treatment or contact our business office on 01744 746 407 or enquiries@fairfield.org.uk
About your recovery:
You should be able to go home the same day.
You will need to arrange a responsible adult to take you home in a car or taxi.
Your surgeon may ask you to return a few days following your lesion removal to inspect the wound and change the dressing.
It is important that you follow the advice the hospital and the consultant provide you.
The surgeon will tell you when you can return to normal activities.
More Information:
Our Consultant Ophthalmic (eye) surgeons provide private ophthalmology services, tailored to individual needs in fully equipped clean examination rooms.
The information on this page is for reference only and has been reviewed by appropriate medical or clinical professionals. The information contained on this page should not be a substitute for professional medical advice nor is it intended to be for medical diagnosis or treatment.
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