Will Medicaid pay for my tummy tuck? (Photo)

Question

I am 32, 5'5", 265 lbs. I was approved to get breast reduction surgery am 59 k but say I have to lose the weight. In way it's kind hard for me to lose the weight cuz of my back and this thing in my stomach feels like a knock. Also my breasts are infected, I will send pictures. All this happened after I had a baby in Dec 14 2007. I had a C-section and then in 2017 it started. Please help me. Anyway U have Healthfirst and Medicaid and I also have CareCredit

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Unfortunately, insurance doesn’t typically cover a tummy tuck because it is considered a cosmetic procedure. It would also be a good idea to reach your goal stable weight before proceeding with a breast reduction or tummy tuck, as weight loss after surgery can negatively impact your results.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Sometimes insurance will pay for a breast reduction if criteria are met.  A tummy tuck is considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance.  Care Credit is a specific line of credit that can be used toward medical procedures.  Many plastic surgeons accept this form of payment, but you will need to check with your selected surgeon to be sure he/she accepts it.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  Medicaid will not pay for a TT as it is deemed a not medically necessary procedure.  You may be able to have the breast reduction covered, however.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear monkeytree,
tummy tuck is an elective procedure and it will not be covered by insurance. In some cases, insurance will cover the cost of panniculectomy. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and photo's.    No, medicaid does not cover a cosmetic surgery that isn't medically necessary.   Once in a while they will cover a breast reduction if the patient falls into the perameters required.

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