Understanding TPLO Surgery Costs
We’re here to guide you through every aspect of your pet’s TPLO surgery costs with a hands-on approach. Our goal is to ensure you feel confident and informed, providing clear and transparent information to make the process as smooth as possible. Here’s a simple overview of what to expect:
Initial Consultation
You will have a consultation with one of our Tampa Bay Animal Hospital veterinarians to assess your pet's condition and discuss the surgery. There is a $76 fee for this service.
Surgery Costs
The total cost of TPLO surgery typically ranges from $5,000 to $7,000. This range reflects various factors such as the complexity of the surgery and your pet’s specific needs. The final fee will be provided after your initial consultation.
Cost Breakdown
- Initial Screening and Consultation:
- Anesthesia and Cardiopulmonary Monitoring: Costs associated with sedating your pet during the surgery.
- Surgical Procedure: Includes the TPLO surgery itself.
- Post-Surgery Care: Covers follow-up appointments and any necessary treatments.
Insurance
Many pet insurance plans may cover TPLO surgery. It’s advisable to check with your insurance provider to understand your coverage. We recommend checking out this list of Pet Insurance Companies, reviewed by pet parents, for pet parents. For any questions about how insurance can assist with your pet’s surgery costs, feel free to contact us for support
CareCredit: Flexible Financing for Pet Care
Tampa Bay Animal Hospitals offers CareCredit to help manage the costs of your pet's care with special financing options, low monthly payments, and no upfront costs or prepayment penalties. Applying is easy—click here to apply online or contact us for assistance. You can also apply over the phone at (800) 677-0718. For a convenient, contactless experience, use the CareCredit QR codes below to learn more, prequalify, and apply.


Flexible Payment Plans Through Scratchpay
Scratchpay offers a convenient way to manage the cost of your pet's care with flexible monthly payment plans. You can apply easily online or by phone, and there are no prepayment penalties. This option allows you to break down the cost of treatment into manageable payments, making it easier to provide the care your pet needs without financial stress. Click here to explore your options or contact us for more information.
Other Financial Assistance Options
Here are some other agencies that may offer financial assistance for veterinary care. Please note that we are not affiliated with these organizations, but they may be able to help you with funding options for your pet’s needs. For more details, you can visit their websites or contact them directly.
- Angels for Animals angels4animals.org
- Brown Dog Foundation browndogfoundation.org
- Care Credit carecredit.com
- Extend Credit extendcredit.com
- Fairy Dog Parents thefairydogparents.com
- Frankie’s Friends frankiesfriends.com
- Saving Gracie saving-gracie.org
- Paws 4 a Cure paws4acure.org
- Shakespeare Animal Fund shakespeareanimalfund.org
- The Magic Bullet Fund themagicbulletfund.org
- The Mosby Foundation themosbyfoundation.org
- The Pet Fund thepetfund.com
- Red Rover redrover.org
- The Riedel & Cody Fund riedelcodyfund.org
- Varidi varidi.com
- Veterinary Care Foundation veterinarycarefoundation.org
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If you have questions or need more details about the billing process, please call our office. We’re here to provide support and ensure you have all the information you need to make the best decision for your pet’s care.
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