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As a provider I have never had success getting anyone approved for skin removal surgery based on symptoms alone. Typically, the skin must hang a certain amount (for example, for abdominal panniculectomy it must hang below the pubic bone) for insurance to cover the procedure. Even then, insurance will cover the basic skin removal but any additional cosmetic contouring would be at the cost of the patient.
Hi Magical502018,While insurance will typically pay for excision of hidradenitis as this is a legitimate medical condition, it will not necessarily pay for excision of excess skin. If the excess skin is directly leading to a medical condition, it may be covered, but this can be inconsistent depending on patient factors and individual insurance companies. You must also be aware that if approved, insurance will only pay for skin removal and not cosmetic procedures such as transposition of your umbilicus or repair of rectus diastasis.Hope this helps!
Insurance may pay for your skin removal as you have a medical condition that is exacerbated by the excess tissue. Please keep in mind that coverage, if provided, would include skin removal only and not cosmetic procedures such as a tummy tuck which include muscle tightening. Check with your insurance carrier for policy specifics.
Insurance will usually pay for excision of Hydradenitis because it is abnormal, infected skin. They will not typically pay for excess skin removal after weight loss unless it is causing a medical problem.
Great question, and this is something I’m asked quite often. Minimally invasive treatments like J-Plasma (Renuvion), BodyTite, and other laser-based systems can be excellent options for individuals with mild to moderate skin laxity, providing alternatives to more extensive procedures like t...
You have several options for a lot of what you are asking about. Your arms are hard to comment on with these pictures, To fix the bra line could be a mixture of breast lift with bra line liposuction, including liposuction and possible renuvion of the upper back to help tighten the skin....
Thanks for your question. Two of the most effective devices I have worked with for this indication are: Sofwave- utilizing microfocused ultrasound to deliver heat to the deep dermis at a depth of 1.5mm, generating new collagen and elastin in the skin. It's a very popular treatment also as it has...
Any type of topical ablative laser (a laser that removed a layer of skin) can produce problems in patients with higher Fitzpatrick skin types (graded 1-6, typically those who are hispanic or darker are considered Fitzpatrick 4 and higher). These problems can range from hypertrophic scarring to...
Hi Optimistic458165, Thank you for your question. Without seeing any pictures or knowing your specific concerns, it is difficult to determine if you are a candidate for HIFU treatment. That being said, 18 year olds are not the typical candidates for this treatment. Please reach out for an in...
It really depends on the degree of tightening you are wanting. For mild to moderate tightening you may be a candidate for Morpheus8. This treatment combines microneedling with RF technology to address overall skin tone and texture. Three treatment sessions are recommended for optimal results....
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