Baby Boy Has Bilateral Microtia- Will Medicaid Cover Surgery?

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Will medicaid pay for bilateral microtia for my son. He is still an infant.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Yes, Medicaid covers reconstruction of congenital deformities such as microtia (absent, or ear remnants. I would recommend going to a Craniofacial Clinic associated with a pediatric hospital.

Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH · Answer

Insurance coverage for rebuilding the ear is possible.

	
		There are a few options for improving hearing (BAHA or canal reconstruction) and
	
		Several options for rebuilding the ear :  (Rib graft or implant or prosthetic ear)  can be discussed at your surgeons consult, but we wait for 5-8 years to start the repair. 


	One option would be to contact LSU Baton Rouge Facial Plastic Surgery for a consult.

	Best Wishes

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