I have severe back pain, including a slipped disc. It is painful doing workouts with my breasts flopping up and down, despite the expensive quality bras. Will insurance cover breast reduction? I have an exercise routine that has helped me to lose over 20lbs, but my breasts don't get any smaller. I was a DD in high school, but I just want to have a bra smaller than my hats. Since having two kids I have excess skin on my arms and abdomen, and want a mommy makeover, but my breasts are top priority.
May 28, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction Thank you for your question.Many insurance carriers do cover breast reduction surgery when certain criteria are met. Largely, they want to be assured that the reduction is for functional reasons (e.g. back, neck, and/or shoulder pain or to prevent chronic rashes under the breast folds). Most patients do have significant pain reduction after surgery. I recommend you be seen by a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your particular case.Best Regards,Dr. Stutman
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May 28, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction Thank you for your question.Many insurance carriers do cover breast reduction surgery when certain criteria are met. Largely, they want to be assured that the reduction is for functional reasons (e.g. back, neck, and/or shoulder pain or to prevent chronic rashes under the breast folds). Most patients do have significant pain reduction after surgery. I recommend you be seen by a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your particular case.Best Regards,Dr. Stutman
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May 28, 2014
Answer: I am a 40H. What is a good size for breast reduction? How much will this alleviate back pain? Hello.I believe breast reduction surgery would be an excellent option for you to help decrease your back and neck pain. Most patients notice a significant reduction in their pain the next day after surgery. Depending on your general health and other medical problems, the surgery can be performed safely as outpatient surgery in a surgery center. Insurance will often cover the cost of a breast reduction procedure but every insurance company is different. I recommend you read your health plan manual carefully to check for inclusion and exclusion criteria regarding breast surgery. To improve your chance of getting the procedure covered, you may need supporting documentation from your primary care physician and physical therapist or chiropractor proving that attempts at non-surgical treatment have been unsuccessful at relieving your back pain. But the letter and pictures your plastic surgeon submits to the insurance company is equally important. I recommend you seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss your treatment options.Good luck!Sincerely, Abhay Gupta, MD.
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May 28, 2014
Answer: I am a 40H. What is a good size for breast reduction? How much will this alleviate back pain? Hello.I believe breast reduction surgery would be an excellent option for you to help decrease your back and neck pain. Most patients notice a significant reduction in their pain the next day after surgery. Depending on your general health and other medical problems, the surgery can be performed safely as outpatient surgery in a surgery center. Insurance will often cover the cost of a breast reduction procedure but every insurance company is different. I recommend you read your health plan manual carefully to check for inclusion and exclusion criteria regarding breast surgery. To improve your chance of getting the procedure covered, you may need supporting documentation from your primary care physician and physical therapist or chiropractor proving that attempts at non-surgical treatment have been unsuccessful at relieving your back pain. But the letter and pictures your plastic surgeon submits to the insurance company is equally important. I recommend you seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss your treatment options.Good luck!Sincerely, Abhay Gupta, MD.
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