Kim, Many insurance plans will pay for certain operations for body contouring when medically necessary, such as: 1) BREAST REDUCTION 2) PANNICULECTOMY (removal of excess abdominal skin) 3) HERNIA REPAIR Most PPO, and POS plans and even Medicare will cover some of these operations. However, every... more
What to do for insurance coverage for tummy tuck and breast reduction?
I have spreaded since I had my daughter 3 years ago. I am a size D and my breasts get in the way. I also need a tummy tuck because my fat on my stomach gets stuck in the zipper of my pants. I have Amerigroup Medicaid insurance and I live in Maryland. I called to ask if they cover tummy tuck and breast reduction, and they said that it isn't. I have no hope but to cut it myself because I am so depressed. Ever since I had her my self-esteem went down..I need help, these surgeries will make me feel so much better. Any idea on how I can get these procedures covered?
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A: Insurance for tummy tuck and breast reduction
Dear Kim These are questions I am asked frequently. Unfortunately the answer I will give you will not make you happy. As far as breast reduction goes you need to show several things. First you have tried non-surgical methods to control your symptoms. And you must have documented symptoms of back pain,... more
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