Cost & Financing
Lipoma surgery costs vary based on insurance plan, hospital choice and urgency of treatment. Our team can help you understand likely out-of-pocket costs before surgery.
The surgeon’s fee for lipoma removal in Singapore typically ranges from $900 – $3,100 (SA701S/2A) before hospital, facility, and consumable charges.
Your total cost may vary based on:
For more information on the total bill, visit MOH’s Historical Transacted Bill Sizes and Fee Benchmarks or contact our team. If you are considering lipoma removal Medisave, our team can advise you on the applicable financing options and whether your procedure may qualify for Medisave claims.
Lipomas in deeper or more sensitive areas may require additional surgical care.
Most lipoma removals are done as day surgery, but larger or complex cases may require observation in hospital.
Removing multiple lipomas in one session may affect overall fees.
Private hospitals and day surgery centres may have different facility charges.
Coverage varies depending on your policy and whether the procedure is medically indicated.
In many cases, lipoma removal may be claimable under private insurance if it is medically indicated.
Coverage depends on:
Our team regularly assists patients with insurance submission and pre-approval processes where applicable.
Not all lipomas require surgery.
A lipoma may be considered for removal if it is:
Lipomas are usually benign (non-cancerous), but a doctor can confirm this through clinical examination and imaging if needed.
Dr Ganesh will examine the lump, discuss your symptoms, review your medical history, and determine whether it is likely to be a lipoma. If needed, imaging or further assessment may be recommended before surgery.
If removal is recommended, our team will help arrange a suitable procedure date. Where applicable, we can assist with insurance pre-authorisation or Letter of Guarantee (LOG) applications before surgery.
The lipoma is removed through a small incision under appropriate anaesthesia. The procedure is commonly performed as day surgery, and if there is any uncertainty about the diagnosis, the removed tissue may be sent for laboratory (histology) examination.
Most patients return home on the same day. You'll receive instructions on wound care, medications if required, and guidance on returning to normal activities.
Dr Ganesh will review your wound healing, discuss the histology results (if tissue was sent for testing), and answer any questions about recovery or ongoing care.
Your medical fees may differ depending on the selection of hospitals and bedding arrangements at different medical institutions.
Dr Ganesh Ramalingam is able to perform the procedure at the following hospitals:
You can find more information on hernia surgery at G & L Surgical Clinic on our laparoscopic hernia repair page.
Dr Ganesh at G & L Surgical Clinic strives to prioritise his patients’ recovery and comfort with 20+ years of experience in performing lipoma removal surgeries for numerous patients for many years in Singapore.
Organise a consultation with our surgeon for further assistance on lipoma removal surgeries in Singapore.
The information contained on this page was written to the best of our knowledge and was deemed to be true and accurate at the time that it was published.
Insurance Assistance
We assist with panel verification, documentation, and claims submission where applicable.
Experienced Surgical Care
Led by Dr Ganesh Ramalingam, Consultant General Surgeon with 20+ years experience treating soft tissue lumps and lipomas.
Day Surgery Approach
Most procedures can be completed as day surgery with same-day discharge.
Clear Cost Guidance
We help patients understand expected fees and insurance coverage before treatment.
