Hidden Costs of a Vasectomy Reversal

The out-of-pocket dollar costs for a vasectomy reversal are pretty straight-forward. That's a no-brainer. Assuming the doctor or facility is honest with you up-front, the price you are quoted is what you will pay. But costs for achieving fertility after a vasectomy through a microsurgical vasectomy reversal can be more than just money.

No one talks about these hidden non-dollar costs.

Yes, there may be significant costs that have nothing to do with money in your wallet. These costs can make the cash cost of your vasectomy reversal seem like nothing. I am talking about the cost to you if the reversal does not work. If you think about it, how much money have you saved if your reversal was a failure? If you opt for a non-expert or a wannabe vasectomy reversal doctor, it is more likely your vasectomy reversal will not work and you will still be sterile after your reversal. This means that you will have no chance for natural conception and getting your dream of a future family. What price can you put on the emotional nightmare of a failed vasectomy reversal? Plus, there are serious costs often seen with the wannabe surgeons to include significant pain and a slow recovery - problems the top-tier experts rarely have.

Lets not forget the added and higher costs of having a redo vasectomy reversal (yes, I do many of those and they are harder to do and cost more). Even more expensive is moving to IVF/ICSI, which often costs more than 3 times the fee of a redo vasectomy reversal.

So when considering costs to have your reversal, look at the big picture and choose wisely.

So what can you do?

• Take the time and do your research.
• Be skeptical of claims. Look at the "expert".
• How long have they been an expert? 
• Just because someone has an impressive website or testimonials singing the doctor's praise does not mean he is skilled and experienced.
• Ask the tough questions.

Realize that the local doctor or the cheaper surgeon really may not be the best for you. Convenience means nothing if the reversal is not a success. The few bucks you might save or the day of travel in the long run will be forgotten if you don’t get your dream child and family.