The average arm lift cost is $4,482, according to 2018 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. However, that does not include anesthesia, operating room facilities or other related expenses such as medical tests, post-surgery garments and pain medications. A surgeon’s fee for arm lift surgery will be based on his or her experience, the type of procedure used and your geographic location. Most health insurance plans do not cover arm lift surgery or its complications, but many plastic surgeons offer patient financing plans.