I learned that my insurance will cover diastasis recti repair, but in meeting with a plastic surgeon he recommended a tummy tuck. What is the difference? If I elect to only have what my insurance will cover (due to financial reasons), will I likely get a similar result to a tummy tuck anyways?
Answer: What is the difference between diastasis recto repair and a tummy tuck? Thank you for sharing your excellent question. A diastasis repair is a typical component of a full tummy tuck that address muscle laxity and any hernia presence alone. A tummy tuck involves work on the stomach muscles as well as the skin and fat present above the muscles. A DR repair will not lead to the same appearance as a tummy tuck, especially if done laparoscopically.
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Answer: What is the difference between diastasis recto repair and a tummy tuck? Thank you for sharing your excellent question. A diastasis repair is a typical component of a full tummy tuck that address muscle laxity and any hernia presence alone. A tummy tuck involves work on the stomach muscles as well as the skin and fat present above the muscles. A DR repair will not lead to the same appearance as a tummy tuck, especially if done laparoscopically.
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Answer: What is the difference between diastasis recti repair and a tummy tuck? A tummy tuck can repair the separated abdominal muscles that are causing the diastasis recti as well as tightening and removing the excess skin and fat. A diastasis recti repair by itself will only address the muscle separation and would not give you the cosmetic result of an Hourglass sculpted shape.
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Answer: What is the difference between diastasis recti repair and a tummy tuck? A tummy tuck can repair the separated abdominal muscles that are causing the diastasis recti as well as tightening and removing the excess skin and fat. A diastasis recti repair by itself will only address the muscle separation and would not give you the cosmetic result of an Hourglass sculpted shape.
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Answer: Diastais, hernia, and tummy tucks Diastasis recti is the separation between the two vertical muscles of the abdomen (Rectus Abdominis). Diastasis is usually the result of pregnancy. It can produce discomfort especially when exercising but does not really pose any real health threat. Because it is not a health risk, most insurance companies do not consider it to be mediclly necessary and is not covered under most plans. A hernia is distinctly different. A hernia is basically hole in the wall of your abdomen. Intestine and other intra-abdominal contents can get caught in the hole and become a medical emergency. It is better to get hernias fixed before they become an emergency. Beause hernias can cause such problems the repair is considered medically necessary and is covered by nearly all insurance plans. During a tummy tuck the muscles are usually tightened which can reinforce the repair of both diastasis and hernias. Tummy tucks also remove extra skin. But tummy tucks are not generally covered. You should not expect the results of a tummy tuck when getting repair of a diastasis or hernia alone.
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August 13, 2019
Answer: Diastais, hernia, and tummy tucks Diastasis recti is the separation between the two vertical muscles of the abdomen (Rectus Abdominis). Diastasis is usually the result of pregnancy. It can produce discomfort especially when exercising but does not really pose any real health threat. Because it is not a health risk, most insurance companies do not consider it to be mediclly necessary and is not covered under most plans. A hernia is distinctly different. A hernia is basically hole in the wall of your abdomen. Intestine and other intra-abdominal contents can get caught in the hole and become a medical emergency. It is better to get hernias fixed before they become an emergency. Beause hernias can cause such problems the repair is considered medically necessary and is covered by nearly all insurance plans. During a tummy tuck the muscles are usually tightened which can reinforce the repair of both diastasis and hernias. Tummy tucks also remove extra skin. But tummy tucks are not generally covered. You should not expect the results of a tummy tuck when getting repair of a diastasis or hernia alone.
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August 13, 2019
Answer: Will Diastasis Repair Give the Same Results as a Tummy Tuck? A diastasis repair only addresses the abdominal muscles and is only a part of the tummy tuck. A DR will not remove excess skin and fat, so the results will not be optimal. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who will explain all of your options to you. Good luck.
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August 13, 2019
Answer: Will Diastasis Repair Give the Same Results as a Tummy Tuck? A diastasis repair only addresses the abdominal muscles and is only a part of the tummy tuck. A DR will not remove excess skin and fat, so the results will not be optimal. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who will explain all of your options to you. Good luck.
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