Do I Qualify for a Tummy Tuck to Be Paid for by Saskatchewan Health Care?

I met with my GP in Swift Current because I keep getting skin infections under my 'flap' from my C-Sections (twins the 1st time, singleton the next time). He told me due to my C-Sections and skin rashes/infections I probably qualify to have a Tummy Tuck paid for from the province and has sent a referral to a Regina, Saskatchewan plastic surgeon. Is this too good to be true?

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Tummy Tuck and Insurance Coverage?

Thank you for the question. Your plastic surgeon, knowing your history and physical examination (and probably having more experience with the healthcare system involved), is in the best position to advise you about the chances that the procedure will be covered. It is possible that because of your skin “infections” that it will be considered a medically necessary procedure. Make sure you clarify if a panniculectomy or tummy tuck operation is being considered... more

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Michelle in Regina 21 Mar 2013

The doctor will take a series of photos which are sent to SK Health for review. The process in SK is really long! I got my referral to my PS in July of 2011 and got to see him in January 2012. I had lost a lot of weight (I honestly don't know how much - I gained a lot when I was pregnant) and had 6 pregnancies so the skin is really loose and excessive. I also get infections in my navel as well as rash/raw skin under the flap of skin. Anyway, my surgery was approved in February 2012. I got my call for surgery today and it is on April 2. Do you know which surgeon you were referred? If it was Dr. Souf, please have your doctor send it to someone else.

JanK44 6 Sep 2012

My doctor (SK) told me if you lose 60lbs from peak weight (including pregnancy weight) or have multiples, you automatically qualify :) I'm on a wait list to see a plastic surgeon as well! Good luck

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