I’m hoping to get a breast reduction but I’m not sure where to start. I’m currently a 36G and would like to be a 36D. I had a heart transplant when I was 14 though and it has affected the breast shape. I also suffer from constant shoulder pain and did rehab with no lasting relief. What are my chances of insurance covering the procedure? Or are there payment plan’s available? What are my options or steps I should be taking? Any help is appreciated! Thank you!
Answer: Insurance First, call your insurance company and see what they require for coverage. Second, go to your primary care physician and ask for treatment for neck and shoulder discomfort. Many companies want 3 months of conservative treatment before approving the reduction. If you are overweight, try to loose some. Third, make an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon and discuss you concerns and options. You may also need a cardiac medical clearance for surgery.
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Answer: Insurance First, call your insurance company and see what they require for coverage. Second, go to your primary care physician and ask for treatment for neck and shoulder discomfort. Many companies want 3 months of conservative treatment before approving the reduction. If you are overweight, try to loose some. Third, make an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon and discuss you concerns and options. You may also need a cardiac medical clearance for surgery.
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Answer: Insurance coverage You will want to speak with your insurance carrier to see if breast reduction is a covered benefit. If it is there are various criteria that must be met for coverage to be approved. These will vary by policy. Some of the criteria often include a minimum amount of tissue removed, symptoms related to large breasts as well as interventions attempted to improve these symptoms. You will also need to speak with your specialist to determine if you are a candidate due to your medical history.
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Answer: Insurance coverage You will want to speak with your insurance carrier to see if breast reduction is a covered benefit. If it is there are various criteria that must be met for coverage to be approved. These will vary by policy. Some of the criteria often include a minimum amount of tissue removed, symptoms related to large breasts as well as interventions attempted to improve these symptoms. You will also need to speak with your specialist to determine if you are a candidate due to your medical history.
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