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Breast Reduction Candidate? What Would An Appropriate Size Be?

I am a 35 year old female that is 5'7" and weighs approximately 150 lbs. I currently wear around a 36DDD depending on the bra manufacturer. I went for a consultation 3 years ago and my insurance at that time would only cover the surgery if I had 400cc removed from each breast. After a lot more painful symptoms and an insurance change, I am considering the option again. Can someone please tell me what an appropriate removal from my size would be???

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5 Doctor Answers | Asked by Mandy Rutherfordton in Rutherfordton, North Carolina

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Result should be proportionate to body size

Breast reductions are covered by insurance companies based on 2 criteria. First, you must have symptoms related to the large breasts such as neck, back and shoulder pain or rashes. Second, you must meet their weight removal requirement. The weight removal requirement is determined by your height and weight, which determines your body surface area. At 5'7 and 150 lbs your body surface area is 1.79 meters squared. If your insurance was Aetna they would require 645... more

36DDD Breast Reduction

This is a question that can only be answered during an in-person consultation. Every insurance company is different, and we have good success getting health insurance companies to cover breast reductions performed at our facility. Sometimes we enlist the help of other doctors that can help show that a reduction in the size of your breasts would decrease pain in your back, shoulders, etc. We can discuss this at your consultation as well as which surgical technique would... more

Breast reduction candidate

Without photos it is impossible to estimate the amount of tissue which would be removed. Your new insurance carrier probably has similar requirements regarding the amount of breast tissue to be removed from each breast. However, your new insurance carrier may have a mandatory waiting period before they will cover the procedure. You should call your new carrier and find out what the policy is. Good luck!

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How much to remove in a breast reduction

Without photos and an in person exam it is impossible to make a valid recommendation for you. You should have a consultation with a plastic surgeon in your area certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery who will be able to make appropriate recommendations for you. He or she should also be able to find out if your current insurance has requirements about how much must be removed. But it sounds like you would benefit from a reduction so good luck to you.

Breast Reduction Candidate?

Thank you for your question. Based on your description, you may be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. Unfortunately, no online consultant will be able to provide you with precise enough advice in regards to the amount of tissue that would need to be removed in your case. Your best bet would be to do your due diligence and select your plastic surgeon carefully; ask to see lots of examples of work performed. During your consultation, communicate your goals... more

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Breast Reduction: Q&A

Breast Reduction Candidate? What Would An Appropriate Size Be?