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Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah

Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Salt Lake City, Utah
NPI: 1487626297· License: 5884684 (UT) verify
Industry payments (2025): $27 across 1 payment (what this means)
4.29(46 ratings)

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About

Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with over 27 years of experience. He specializes in both adult and pediatric plastic surgery, with a particular focus on craniofacial procedures like cleft lip and palate repair. Dr. Schmelzer also performs aesthetic surgeries. While his office is located in Salt Lake City, he's affiliated with hospitals in Orem, including St. Mark's Hospital and Timpanogos Regional Hospital. Patient reviews highlight his expertise in procedures like breast reduction and BodyFX. For more detailed information about cost and insurance, please contact Dr. Schmelzer's office directly.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Laser Hair Removal

$800

1 patient report · 2015

About typicalTypical nationally: $198–$1,225 (median $600, 35 reports) compare ↗

Bodyfx

$1,800

1 patient report · 2015

Breast Implant Revision

$2,000

1 patient report · 2015

Below typicalTypical in Salt Lake City: $5,600–$8,775 (median $7,250, 4 reports) compare ↗

Breast Augmentation

$4,800

1 patient report · 2023

Below typicalTypical in Salt Lake City: $5,425–$6,950 (median $5,650, 14 reports) compare ↗

Breast Reduction

$10,000

1 patient report · 2015

About typicalTypical nationally: $6,200–$11,000 (median $8,000, 461 reports) compare ↗

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Patient Experience

Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer Review Summary

3.86
Dr. Schmelzer has a generally positive online presence, with an average rating of close to 3.9 out of 5 stars. While some reviews are quite positive, praising his expertise and results, others mention complications. It's always recommended to consult directly with the doctor and discuss any concerns you may have.

Ratings from Other Platforms

selaromutah.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 156 reviews

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medicalnewstoday.com

3.8 out of 5

Based on 30 reviews

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healthgrades.com

3.8 out of 5

Based on 30 reviews

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yelp.com

3.4 out of 5

Based on 5 reviews

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doctor.webmd.com

3 out of 5

Based on 24 reviews

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care.healthline.com

3.8 out of 5

Based on 30 reviews

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Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Salt Lake City, Utah

Main Office

5089 S 900 E, Suite 100, Salt Lake City, Utah

Book a Service Consultation

Free consultation

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$27

Payments

1

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer received $27 across 1 payment in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

5089 S 900 E, Suite 100

Salt Lake City, Utah

Office Information

Where does Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

5089 S 900 E, Suite 100, Salt Lake City, Utah

(5 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

St. Mark's Hospital

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Education & Experience

Education

Graduated From Case Western Reserve
Received His Medical Degree From Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
Graduated From Case Western Reserve University

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer online?
The provided information doesn't confirm whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact Dr. Schmelzer's office directly to inquire about scheduling options.
Does Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't specify whether Dr. Schmelzer offers telehealth services. Contacting his office directly is recommended for the most accurate information.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer?
Patient reviews range from very positive experiences with BodyFX and laser hair removal to more critical feedback regarding post-operative complications, specifically mentioning suture issues. One patient also highlights the positive impact of breast reduction surgery on lower back pain.
What areas of care does Dr. Rodney E. Schmelzer cater to?
Dr. Schmelzer's areas of care encompass a wide range of plastic and reconstructive surgery procedures. He specializes in both adult and pediatric cases, with a particular focus on craniofacial surgery, including cleft lip and palate repair. He also performs aesthetic procedures such as breast augmentation, breast reduction, laser hair removal, and BodyFX. His expertise extends to breast implant revisions as well.