I Have Had 3 C-section and Another Surgery So my Tummy Has Sagged for Years Would my Insurance Cover?

Would. My insurance cover a tummy tuck if I have had 3 C- sections and another surgery.my tummy sags alot and hate looking in the mirror

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Does insurance cover tummy tucks?

Unfortunately, insurance companies will not cover a tummy tuck after Caesarean section as medically necessary. I can imagine that you are disturbed by the appearance of your abdomen. Know that it can be improved by abdominoplasty but that you will be responsible for the costs of the surgery. Although an abdominal hernia may be covered, some carriers will deny coverage if you combine this with a cosmetic procedure and that facilities which permit the combined procedure may,... more

Tummy Tuck is a cosmetic procedure

Insurance companies generally do not cover tummy tucks as they feel these procedures are not medically indicated and are cosmetic in nature. Please visit with a board certified PS in your area to learn more about your options. Dr. Basu Houston, TX

Will my insurance cover a tummy tuck?

Thank you for your question. As a general rule insurance companies do not cover tummy tucks (abdominoplasty). There are some conditions such as an abdominal hernia or excessive hanging skin following massive weight loss that may be covered by some insurance companies. I would suggest that you check with your insurance company and then seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to see whether your situation is covered by your medical insurance. . Best... more

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Insurance coverage for a tummy tuck

Insurance does not cover a straightforward tummy tuck, even if you have severe back pain and abdominal deformities from wide abdominal muscles. However, if there is a hernia present with the other problems, insurance will cover that part of the case. This will usually decrease your out-of-pocket expenses for anesthesia and facility fees. If you think you have a hernia, check with you local board certified plastic surgeon to verify this and to take the necessary steps to... more

Insurance coverage for TT?

Many insurers specifically exclude panniculectomy and tummy tuck procedures. Others have strict guidelines of medical necessity. It is most unusual to have coverage for any procedure that the insurer would consider cosmetic, which this certainly does. Discussing with a plastic surgeon would be a useful first step. When you ready for an in person consultation, RealSelf has listings of surgeons in your area. You should consider cross referencing the listings from the The American Society... more

Will my insurance cover.......?

Insurance coverage for abdominal contouring procedures is very difficult with the explosion of bariatric surgery 10 years ago. 1st thing to check is whether or not your policy has a rider that excludes panniculectomy. 2nd. Indications for panniculectomy are largely designed for massive weight loss patients. The criteria that we see in Richmond VA are 1. Weight loss in excess of 100lbs 2. Stable weight following gastric bypass or any other... more