Breast Reduction: Q&A
Ask a QuestionAm I a Candidate for Breast Reduction at Insurance Cost?
I am 5'1" 125 lbs and wear a 34 E or 36 DDD. I have back, neck and sholder pain daily. Most recently I am experiencing severe pain through my breast going to the nipple intermitantly. What do I need to do to get my insurance to cover the cost of breast reduction?
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spiffyv
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Breast Reduction Via Insurance
All insurance companies are different and have different criteria that needs to be met in order for them to even consider covering the cost of your surgery. Check with your insurance company to see what they require and see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who works with insurance companies for your consultation and physical exam. From there, they will possibly take photos, code your visit and submit it to your insurance provider and wait for approval or denial.
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Breast reduction
The answer to that question depends on your insurance company. Some insurance companies will deny reductions even in the most obvious of cases. I would recommend calling a local plastic surgeon and discuss the situation with the office staff. They will have more insight into the insurance company in your area.
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Breast reduction and insurance
I think that for you it is important to call your insurance company and ask for their criteria to approve the surgery. Each insurance company is a bit different.
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Am I a Candidate for Breast Reduction at Insurance Cost?
The only way you can get an answer to your question is to consult with a plastic surgeon that does breast reductions, have him examine you and then he will attempt to preauthorize the surgery for you.
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Insurance coverage for breast reduction
Based on the information you provided, it sounds like you would be a good candidate for breast reduction surgery. To determine insurance benefits, you should first contact your insurance company requesting a written copy of their criteria for breast reduction and also check your benefits to make sure breast reduction is not excluded from your policy. Once you have that information, schedule an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon who will write a...
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Englewood Plastic Surgeon
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Insurance Coverage for Breast Reduction?
From your description you sound like an excellent candidate for insurance to cover your breast reduction surgery. However insurance policies can differ greatly. Each company has its own criteria and some policies exclude breast reduction no matter what your symptoms are. The best thing to do is see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that specializes in breast reduction surgery. Your surgeon will know how to submit a pre-authorization request on your behalf. If you should get denied, ask for...
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San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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Insurance covers breast reduction only if there is a functional problem caused by large breasts.
Insurance is less likely to cover breast reduction this time passes. Most insurance companies need objective evidence that there is a functional problem created by the large breasts. They may under the circumstances cover the cost of the operation. Don't get your hopes up however.
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Breast Reduction and Insurance Coverage?
Thank you for the question.
Based on your description, you may be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. This operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.
You will need to check with your insurance company directly to see whether your policy covers this operation. They will also be able to tell you whether you will have any direct responsibility/expenses if you choose to undergo this procedure.
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