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Farbod Esmailian, MD answers: Documentation of back problems for breast reduction insurance coverage?

I appreciate the answers I got for my question about getting a breast reduction for my size H breasts and I have taken the advice from my answers. I have a consultation with a surgeon and I also have talked to my insurance company who says they cover with a PA. What would be advisable to do if they want documentation of my back problems and I can't go to a chiropractor because it's not covered by my insurance plan?


Farbod Esmailian, MD
1 month ago

This can be done by your family practice or internist.  You may also see physical therapist that can document this for you.  This is important but what is most important is your height and weight to determine the body surface area which will determine how much breast tissue will need to be removed for this procedure to be deemed medically necessary.

Good luck.

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