Our Commitment to Your Results

Dr. Scheiner is committed to delivering the optimal surgical outcome discussed during your consultation. Healing and tissue response vary from patient to patient, and in some cases, a refinement procedure may be recommended to enhance or optimize your final result.

Refinement Evaluation

• Refinements are not routine and are determined solely by Dr. Scheiner based on medical judgment and clinical evaluation.
• The need for a refinement may be identified during post-operative visits once healing has stabilized.
• Refinements are intended to improve contour, symmetry, or healing-related changes—not to alter the original surgical plan or aesthetic goals.

Surgeon’s Fees (First 12 Months)

• No surgeon’s fee will be charged for eligible refinement procedures performed within 12 months of the original surgery.
• This reflects Dr. Scheiner’s commitment to standing behind his work and ensuring patients receive the best possible outcome discussed during consultation.

Facility & Anesthesia Fees

While surgeon fees may be waived, patients remain responsible for all third-party costs, including but not limited to:

• Operating room or surgical facility fees
• Anesthesia fees
• Supplies, medications, or products required for the refinement

These fees vary based on the complexity, duration, and location of the procedure and must be paid in full prior to scheduling a refinement that requires operating room time or anesthesia.

Office-Based Refinements

• Minor refinements performed in the office under local anesthesia may incur a procedural or supply fee.
• Fees will be reviewed with you in advance if applicable.

Exclusions & Limitations

Refinement coverage does not apply to:

• Requests based on changes in personal aesthetic preference
• New concerns unrelated to the original surgery
• Weight changes, pregnancy, aging, or lifestyle-related changes
• Non-compliance with post-operative instructions
• Complications or conditions unrelated to the original procedure

Refinements are not guaranteed and are not a substitute for revision surgery outside the original surgical intent.

Timing & Healing Considerations

• Refinements are typically not considered until adequate healing has occurred, often several months after surgery.
• Scheiner will determine the appropriate timing based on your healing progress and safety.

Patient Responsibility

Patients are expected to:

• Attend scheduled post-operative visits
• Follow all post-operative instructions
• Maintain realistic expectations regarding surgical outcomes

Failure to comply may affect eligibility for a refinement.

Acknowledgment

By proceeding with surgery, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to this Post-Surgical Refinement Policy. This policy is intended to support patient satisfaction while maintaining safe, ethical, and medically appropriate surgical care.

This document is signed by all patients once the patient has selected a surgery date and has chosen to move forward with surgery.