Would Insurance Pay For The Removal Of An Infected Jaw Implant?
asked 9 months ago by Earl in new york new york
Latest answer by Aaron Stone, MD
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Tags: jaw, implant, infection, insurance
If someone had jaw implants and got a serious infection that can't be treated would insurance pay for the removal.
2 answers to Would Insurance Pay For The Removal Of An Infected Jaw Implant?
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Insurance coverage of procedures
Almost all health insurance policies in the US have a clause precluding coverage of cosmetic surgery and complications arising from cosmetic surgery, like removing infected facial or breast implants placed for cosmetic reasons.
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Aaron Stone, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Insurance
In general insurance companies may refuse to pay for any problem that results from a cosmetic surgery. Good luck!
Michael L. Schwartz, MD
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
