Will Insurance Help Pay for a Breast Reduction if I'm Worried About my Health? (photo)

I had a baby august '11 & have weighed 190 since (i'm 5'2) i'm now a 38H I've always had big breast. (in '09 at 5'2. 130lbs, 36DD/F ) They have been the main reason behind my self-image issues, my depression, problems sleeping, and back pain. I've tried losing weigh/t with no real results and most exercises hurt my back to no end. Am i exercising wrong? Should i push through and work out anyway? If they dont stop bothering me would insurance help me?

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by Destiny North in North Richland Hills, Texas

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Insurance coverage for breast reduction

Breast reduction is known to improve physical and psychological symptoms associated with having large breasts. However, it has been getting more and more difficult to have insurance companies to cover for the surgery. You will need documentation from your primary care physicians about your symptoms (back pain, shoulder pain, grooving, rashes, etc) that are caused by your breasts. In addition, your plastic surgeon needs to remove certain amount of breast... more

Breast Reduction and Weight Loss

Weight loss would still be your best, frst thing to do. Many individuals do better as a part of a supervised program (i.e. enlisting the help of a dietician, personal trainer, or the like). If your large breast size is causing the psychological and physical problems you describe, then this would be a good investemnt long-term. Insurance companies usually require removal of a certain amount of breast tissue, and some will also want to know your height and weight... more

Breast Reduction

Your photo shows relatively large breast, insurance possible would pay for a reduction if you have problems that are secondary to the large breast and have had them for a certain length of time. A consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon would help with determining if you qualify.

Breast Reduction and Insurance Coverage?

Thank you for the question and an early “Happy Birthday” to your almost 1-year-old. Based on your description you may be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. As you know, it will be in your best interest to achieve a long-term stable weight prior to undergoing this procedure. You may be interested in seeking consultation with your internist, personal trainers, and/or nutritionists who can potentially help you reach your goals. Sometimes a procedure is... more