The drooping eyelid is on my weaker eye and has continued to drop over the years.
Answer: Drooping eyelids In short yes, but it is more complicated than that.
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Answer: Drooping eyelids In short yes, but it is more complicated than that.
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January 28, 2017
Answer: Eyelid Surgery Thank you for your question. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon to discuss financing and insurance options.
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January 28, 2017
Answer: Eyelid Surgery Thank you for your question. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon to discuss financing and insurance options.
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Answer: MediCare should cover your lid procedure is the edge is already over the pupil and has to be obscuring your vision on that side. Get a visual field exam (and don't cheat and try to open your eyes up wide - you want to fail) and your doctor can refer you to someone to repair this for you. Your brows are also very low and you could benefit from a browlift if you were accepting of the risks, scarring, and costs as this would be a cosmetic procedure.
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Answer: MediCare should cover your lid procedure is the edge is already over the pupil and has to be obscuring your vision on that side. Get a visual field exam (and don't cheat and try to open your eyes up wide - you want to fail) and your doctor can refer you to someone to repair this for you. Your brows are also very low and you could benefit from a browlift if you were accepting of the risks, scarring, and costs as this would be a cosmetic procedure.
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October 31, 2017
Answer: Drooping Eyelid Thank you for your question. Insurance companies want to see how much your drooping eyelids are affecting your vision before they decide if a blepharoplasty would be medically necessary. I would recommend scheduling a Visual Field test along with consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon to discuss your individual needs. Best of luck, Dr. Heffernan
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October 31, 2017
Answer: Drooping Eyelid Thank you for your question. Insurance companies want to see how much your drooping eyelids are affecting your vision before they decide if a blepharoplasty would be medically necessary. I would recommend scheduling a Visual Field test along with consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon to discuss your individual needs. Best of luck, Dr. Heffernan
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October 31, 2017
Answer: Eyelid Surgery Coverage I recommend you schedule a consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon to assess your condition. Depending on the reason of your eyelid drooping (ptosis) it may or may not be something that could be approved by insurance.
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October 31, 2017
Answer: Eyelid Surgery Coverage I recommend you schedule a consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon to assess your condition. Depending on the reason of your eyelid drooping (ptosis) it may or may not be something that could be approved by insurance.
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