Hi, I had a consultation last week with a plastic surgeon.. He seems confident that my insurance will cover my reduction surgery. He said he can take 1000 cc of breast tissue out no problem. I'm currently a 40F and would love to be a large c.. I have back and neck pain, rashes under my breasts, headaches& the shoulder bra strap grooving. I also have Aetna, Healthlink Meritain insurance. I just want to know if they are good at covering breast reduction surgerys, and if you think I would qualify? Thanks!
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February 12, 2014
Answer: Breast Reduction surgery insurance coverage
You should be able to find a surgeon that will work with you on this, especially since you are paying for it. You already are quite informed about the procedure but aggressive resections can be done to 'approximate' your results. If you remain larger than a desired B cup, realize...
This is a difficult decision and you need to consider the increased risks of infection or wound breakdown with a breast reduction versus the functional and aesthetic concerns you have with large breasts. If you are on retinoid treatment then this would need to be stopped before any surgery. The...
I think staples are used for a quick and easy closure and most plastic surgeon would not use them on a breast. If you leave them on long enough for them to really hold the skin together, they leave scars. If you take them out after a few days, then the incision does not have the proper amount of...
