Breast Reduction after Pregnancy

Foad Nahai, MD answers: Breast reduction after pregancy

hi i'm a 21-year-old-mother who gave birth over 14-months ago,my problem is that i always had an a-cup breast and during my pregnancy my breast changed to a c-cup and stayed that way. i never felt back pain until my pregnancy and now a year later its still there. hypothetically i drew the conclusion it's my breast after reviewing diffrent stories. because my back,neck and sholders are hurting and my breast is so heavy. do you think my insurance company would cover it even though i'm not a d-cup? (i included a pic) thanks in advance dana321


Foad Nahai, MD
21 days ago

You must consult with your Physician in regards to the neck, back and shoulder pain.  It has to be documented in order for the insurance company to consider paying for it.  The Insurance company will usually base there incision on a Height to Weight ratio, and how much volume your  Plastic Surgeon feels that he will need to remove.  Some insurance companies require that a minimum amount be removed in order to justify payment.  I hope this answers your question.

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