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Samuel Lam, MD answers: Insurance coverage for fat transfer?

Can insurance cover the costs of fat transfer surgery? I am really considering this but my money is very low. I'm not happy with myself, however, I just had a baby. I still would love for my husband to look at me one day and just say "Wow!" It gets very depressing at times. Please Help!


Samuel Lam, MD
1 month ago
By Samuel Lam, MD - Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

 Obviously, we would like our procedures for free.  However, insurance was designed to take care of sick patients.  So, insurance will not cover a cosmetic fat transfer case.  reconstructive cases are few and far between.  

when you pick a fat transfer surgeon, make sure you find one with experience, artistry, who can show you tons of before and after photographs that are long term since it is irreversible.  don't go by price, go by results.  even if your money is tight, save for the right surgeon and the right procedure. 

here is a short video course that i gave that you might find interesting.

best,

sml

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