Will Medicaid cover my Breast reduction?

I'm 33 yearsold and I weigh 177lbs. and my cup size is DDD and I'm only 5'2". I have back problems but I dont have the money to pay for a Breast reduction. Do you think Medicaid will pay for it?

2 answers to “Will Medicaid cover my Breast reduction?”

A: Breast Reduction

William  Bruno, MD

More than likely your breast reduction surgery, or a portion of it, will be covered by insurance provided enough breast tissue is removed. If you are 5ft 2in and 177 lbs with DDD bra, there should be more than enough tissue to be removed to satisfy the insurance companies. Please check with your provider and... more

A: Insurance and Breast Reduction

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Insurance often covers breast reduction provided certain criteria are met, including sympomatology, breast volume, breast size, height, weight, occupation, and skin condition along the IMF. Check with your provider for eligibility requirements.

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