How to get insurance to pay for breast implants that are leaking and possible has mold behind them? Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

December 18, 2014
Asked By:jewell1949 in Cochran, GA

Having to go on disability and 2 doctors has diagnose possible leakage and mold. Insurance want pay for surgery because implants put in originally for cosmetic. Now sick, hard to take care of child and self because of symptoms. X-ray shows up white stuff on chest wall.

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