Munster Breast Reduction doctors
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David A. Robinson, MD
Munster Plastic Surgeon
10110 Donald S. Powers Dr. Suite 201A, Munster |
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Robert Frank, MD
Munster Plastic Surgeon
929 Ridge Road Suite 6, Munster |
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I am 5'7" and last weighed at 210lbs, yes I know I am over weight. My bust is 40 H. I have been working out at my apartment's gym for a few weeks now. I have lost some fat and gained some muscle, and after losing some weight I gained it back without gaining the fat back (so in other words it is muscle) my natural waist is measured (this morning actually) at 34" and my bust is measured at 48", but all my doctor is concerned about is my weight. not my true body fat percentage. Any tips on how I could get my insurance approve my breast reduction?
I recommend that you go on line and download your insurance carriers criteria for breast reduction surgery. If you do not meet these criteria, I can guarantee they will not preapprove your surgery.
In general, many insurance companies will require that you have failed conservative treatment of your back, neck and shoulder pain before approving surgery. This includes no improvemnt in your symptoms with medication prescribed by your family doctor, no improvement after seeing a chiropractor/ physical therapist or after losing weight. A letter from your family doctor or chiropractor/ physical therapist would also help.
You will also need to see a board certified plastic surgeon who will need to submit a letter and pictures to your insurance company seeking approval.
Good luck.
I understand that the best scenerio is to be at your optimum weight but in my case that's what I'm trying to do. But the back issues are hindering me so if after a Breast Reduction is done and I continue to try to lose weight how will that affect the reduction if at all?
Prior to under going breast reduction surgery, you should be at or near your goal weight. Although many patients feel they need to under go breast reduction surgery prior to losing weight, this is not the case. Patients can optimize their condition prior to surgery with diet and exercise. If a significant amount of weight loss occurs after breast reduction surgery, this can alter the shape and appearance of a womans breasts. In some instances, a patient may require a lift or another reduction.
I will have breast reduction surgery when I get approval from the insurance company. I am overweight (more than 40 lbs) and I have about 4 months to exercise and try to get in better shape as well as lose weight. I am a non-smoker; is there anything else I need to do to prepare for this surgery?
I recommend to all of my patients to get in the best possible shape they can prior to their surgery. This includes losing weight, if they are overweight, stop smoking, and exercising. I also recommend a baseline mammogram if you are 40 yo or a yearly mammogram after age 40. Stop taking aspirin, blood thinners or herbal supplements for at least 1 week prior to surgery. If you are not sure which medications to stop, consult with your plastic surgeon.
Breast reduction surgery is very rewarding and a life changing procedure.
Good luck
