Interventional Endocrinology · San Diego

Thyroid RFA: Cost & What to Expect

What thyroid RFA costs, what insurance covers, and what to expect — from first consultation through recovery and follow-up.

What to expect

From first consult to follow-up.

1. Evaluation

Ultrasound of the nodule and review of your biopsy to confirm it’s benign and a good candidate for RFA.

2. The procedure

A single outpatient session under local anesthesia. Most people are in and out the same day.

3. Recovery

Quick return to normal activity. Mild soreness or a brief voice change can occur and settles.

4. Follow-up

Follow-up ultrasound tracks shrinkage over the following months, with longer-term surveillance as needed.

Cost

What RFA costs.

We work with most major insurances, including Medicare. Because coverage depends on your plan and your nodule, we’ll give you a clear, personalized quote before anything is scheduled — just call.

Without insurance, thyroid RFA is $4,500 — performed entirely in our office, with no separate hospital, surgical-center, or anesthesia fees. Call the office at (858) 622-7200 and we will confirm your coverage and out-of-pocket cost.

Insurance & quotes

We work with most major insurance plans, including Medicare. Coverage for thyroid RFA depends on your specific plan and clinical situation, so the most reliable way to know your cost is to ask us directly.

Call the office for a personalized quote, or request a consultation and we’ll review your coverage with you.

Want a personalized quote?

Coverage depends on your plan and your nodule. Start with an evaluation at Diabetes & Endocrine Specialists and we will confirm your coverage and out-of-pocket cost.

Request an evaluation