I've always had breathing problems since I can remember, breathing is hard at times. I've been waiting on the day when I could get this problem fixed but I was just not aware of exactly what I could do. Recently I've heard that my insurance can cover the Septoplasty (which I truly do believe I need) but it was always an idea of mine to also get my hump removed/carved because it would save me from having 2 surgeries. If so where could I go? I live in Winston Salem N.C . I really need suggestions
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Answer: Will a surgeon accept insurance and work with me for my part of the payment?
Just the little I know stimulates lots of questions, and you need to know all the answers before having surgery. Why do you need alar grafts at all? How predictably will the grafts improve your breathing. Depending on where they are placed, they can make the tip appear *much* wider, and you ...
Correcting the deviated septum is PART of correcting a crooked nose. However, insurance does not pay for the maneuvers that are required to straighten a crooked nose. mostly, this is a cosmetic operation and is not covered by insurance. But, I would say to consult with a board certified pla...
A septoplasty is performed in the back of the nose for medical necessity to only improve airflow dynamics in the nose, and will not change the shape of it. A rhinoplasty procedure is considered cosmetic, must be paid for by the patient, and can accomplish straightening the crooked nose. For ...