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Does Medicaid (IDPA) Cover Reconstructive Surgery After Lumpectomy?

asked 1 year ago by Kmalibu in Elgin
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: lumpectomy, medicaid

I have illinois medicaid or IDPA and had a lumpectomy oct of 2010 due to 2 lumps. my right breast since the surgery is now a cup size different than my left breast. does anyone know if medicaid covers reconstructive surgery or at least breast forms? i have tried calling them but can never get an answer. Thank you

1 answer to Does Medicaid (IDPA) Cover Reconstructive Surgery After Lumpectomy?

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Medicaid and breast reconstruction

If you had breast cancer, then you should be eligible for breast reconstruction by your insurance company, and Medicaid is no exception.  Good luck.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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