How much do sutures cost?!


Question:

How much do sutures cost?

I've tried calling several hospitals, and all they do is transfer me and hang up. I know that it is difficult to put an exact price, so I'm looking for a rough estimate. It's a cut with clean edges that runs parallel to my chin, about 3/4 of an inch long, and less than a 1/4 of an inch deep. I've been keeping it bandaged and disinfecting it as well. I have no insurance, and am unemployed. And yeah, my life sucks.


Answers:

Well, you may be able to butterfly it shut. If it's not swelling and gaping, you can tape it together.

What are you using for disinfectant? Don't use hydrogen peroxide, it can actually burn the tissues. Use an antibiotic ointment and keep it covered.

Unless it is gaping, you don't need stitches.

Call one of those minor emergency clinics and ask them. Tell them your situation with the insurance, and that you need about 4 stitches. You will have to pay an office call, anesthetic to numb the tissue, and for the suture kit.

Look under 'clinic' in your yellow pages. Many take walk ins, and the prices vary. They are always cheaper than a hospital.

Good luck!




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