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This study found that "free flap" procedures in private practice generated revenue, with no cases resulting in zero reimbursement. This indicates economic viability for reconstructive microsurgery, encouraging surgeons.

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Plastic Surgery
Microsurgery
Surgical Oncology

Background:

Microvascular tissue transfers, including free flaps, are demanding procedures.
Microsurgeons often perceive work-related compensation as suboptimal.
The term "free flap" may imply a lack of financial reimbursement.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the financial reimbursement of free flap procedures in a private practice setting.
To determine if free flap surgeries result in zero compensation.
To assess the economic viability of reconstructive microsurgery.

Main Methods:

Retrospective financial review of free flaps performed in 2014.
Exclusion of postmastectomy breast reconstructions and pro bono cases.
Analysis of gross payments with a 5-year follow-up for reimbursements.

Main Results:

Total revenue for 47 free flaps was $173,167.66 (mean $3,684.42/flap).
Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative compensation were analyzed.
Gross payment per flap ranged from $529.65 to $4,503.71.

Conclusions:

No free flap procedures in this private practice resulted in zero reimbursement.
While net income could not be precisely determined, economic viability was demonstrated.
The findings encourage surgeons regarding the financial sustainability of reconstructive microsurgery.