Will MedicAid cover reduction of DD breasts?

I am a 23 year old single mom who suffers from severe back and shoulder pains and horrible posture as a result of my 38DD breasts. Is it possible my MedicAid insurance may cover the procedure?

2 answers to “Will MedicAid cover reduction of DD...”

A: Insurance coverage for Breast Reduction

Sean A. Simon, MD

Breast reduction is often covered by insurance comapnies.  You will need to speak with your insurance representative and find a surgeon that will accept your coverage. 

A: Insurance and breast reduction

Michael C. Edwards, MD

You will first need to find a local plastic surgeon that works with your insurance provider and then schedule an appointment. Every carrier is different in what or if they will cover breast reduction surgery and what hoops they want you to jump through first. Often times it will be required that you have a... more

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liezle14
535 posts
31 Aug 2009

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