I met for a conSult with PS weds. They have sent request in to ins. Company. I am a bit discouraged though He told me one month off work & basically couldn't do anything for that month) I also asked about lipo under the arm. He said was not included and ins. Definitely wouldn't pay for that. He also mentioned cutting the area, removing the fat and extra skin. Can either of these be done at same time as breast reduction? My concern is the pain level having both procedures at same time .
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Answer: Lateral chest wall liposuction during breast reduction
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Thank you for your question.There is no doubt that having large breast reduced is very helpful with the symptoms of large breasts.However, your elevated weight raises the question as to if loosing weight would not help. Breast reduction surgery with an elevated BMI increases the risks of...
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
I understand your concern about ambulatory surgery centers. It seems like a hospital would be safer for a major case like breast reduction surgery. There was a time when I did all of my breast reductions in the hospital with an overnight stay. For the past 10 years or so, I...