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35 Years Old, Mother of 4, Hernia & Diastasis Repair with Abdominoplasty. Twin Cities, MN

Name: 35 Years Old, Mother of 4, Hernia & Diastasis Repair with Abdominoplasty. Twin Cities, MN
Item: Dr. Fletcher
Rating: 5
Author: MindyKay8

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From the information I've gathered thus far from...

MindyKay8February 20, 2015

WORTH IT$4,000

From the information I've gathered thus far from this site, I seem to be one of the lucky few who will be getting my TT mostly covered by insurance. I have a 6 year old, 4 year old twins and a 9 month old - which has left my body in shambles. I have a 3 inch diastasis that got worse after 10 weeks of physical therapy. As it turns out, I have a severe umbilical hernia, causing me to look 6-7 months pregnant and experiencing excruciating back pain. I am still nursing my baby but have gained a significant amount of weight due to inactivity from back pain. I'm 5'6" and currently weight around 178. This TT cannot come soon enough. I understand that the road to recovery will be long, but I am hoping for excellent results in the long run. Hoping to update along the way, as I have greatly appreciated other reviews on this site.

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Truly remarkable work. If you look at my post-surgery incision, you will see how beautifully straight it is, and the stitching is excellent and clean. He used the best methods and worked with the most educated and friendly nursing and PA staff I've encountered.

Replies (9)

Helicoptermom3

March 2, 2015

What insurance company do you have? How in the world did you get your insurance to cover your plastic surgery? That's a blessing!

MindyKay8

March 3, 2015

Health Partners in Minneapolis - I had to pay about 3500, rest covered by insurance.

Vangi

March 6, 2015

Hey my insurance only covered the hernia only. Not the muscle, lipo or tuck.

sillysally14

March 6, 2015

That's great they are covering so much of the cost for your surgery. Was your DR long and wide? I've been able to close mine a lot with specifically-targeted exercises (MUTU system) so I'm hoping that healing after TT with DR repair won't be as painful. I hope you are feeling well.

Mommyof2roses

March 2, 2015

I've been trying to get mine covered by insurance but there aren't any plastic surgeons in the area that even take insurance. How were you able to get this covered? I also have a severe separation and hernia that are debilitating at times.

MindyKay8

March 4, 2015

Many surgeons will write a letter on your behalf. It's just finding the right one I guess.

MindyKay8

March 6, 2015

Went to post-op this morning and had On-Q pain pump removed. Everything looks good but very swollen. Dr. Said my DR was almost 5 inches and had to repair intestinal and umbilical hernias.

MindyKay8

March 6, 2015

I did MuTu and Tupler, as well as PT but hernia made results worse.

sillysally14

March 6, 2015

A Mutu Mama! I was so hopeful that Mutu would solve my problems, but the 12-week program and working out at the gym 5 times a week, did nothing to change the appearance of my tummy. Argh.

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MindyKay8March 2, 2015

No idea why they're upside down.

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Babablacksheephaveyouanywool

March 2, 2015

Hello, we have very similar stories & shape. I pray all goes well for you.

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4 days post-op

MindyKay8March 6, 2015

Healing well. Just laying low and staying on top of meds. Haven't showered yet but will soon.

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Vangi

March 6, 2015

Good luck mama! I had my surgery Monday. I have 3 kiddos too. Im sore and swollen. Trying to rest alot. I just made a list of anti inflammatory foods to eat and blend. Sending hubs to the store tomorrow!

Vangi

March 6, 2015

Oh yeah, that first shower is heaven!!