June 29, 2016
Use a "fee grid" that groups surgeries by difficulty and length to assess fees
To take the guesswork out of assessing fees, use a “fee grid” that groups surgeries by difficulty and length, suggest the authors of The Veterinary Fee Reference: Vital Statistics for Your Veterinary Practice. Setting the price for surgeries is not just about increasing last year’s fees by X percent. It also takes into account the value to the client, the time required for client education, and the time involved to provide the desired care, as well as market rates with elective surgeries.