Breast Reduction: Q&A
Ask a QuestionWill BCBS of Oklahoma Cover Breast Reduction?
I am a 42ddd and they cause me a lot of back pain as well as neck pain that generally causes headaches
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Insurance should cover your breast reduction.
Hi. I hope you find this article helpful. Good luck!
80% of breast reduction questions on RealSelf are about insurance coverage. Here are some helpful points.
1) Insurance companies try very hard not to pay for breast reduction, even though they should. Even small breast reductions relieve many symptoms such as back pain and shoulder pain, and even some types of headaches.
2) Very big reductions (like from an F cup to a C cup) will usually be...
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Breast Reduction and Insurance Coverage?
Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery. It is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.
Based on your description you may be a good candidate for breast reduction surgery; meet with well experienced board certified plastic surgeons for the best advice.

The best way to obtain insurance coverage for breast reduction surgery involves some “hoops” to jump through. The more documentation you have...
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Insurance and breast reduction
While each insurance company has different criteria,. and you should check with the company, with very large breasts it would likely be covered.
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Insurance Coverage for Breast Reduction
You should be evaluated by a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Your surgeon will then assess your physical condition for the possibility of your symptoms arising due to the size of your breasts. Your insurance company could then be contacted regarding the same if medical necessity is deemed appropriate.
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