I had Anterior & Posterior repair surgery 3 years ago for stress incontinence. My obgyn wants me to have it again along with a hysterectomy. I have a inguinal hernia and would like to know if I should have that repaired along with abdomnioplasty and if my insurance would cover it? Ive already meet my detuctible and need this some asap. Also should I go to a general surgeon or plastic surgeon? Thanks
July 23, 2023
Answer: CombIned Procedures So....that might be a lot of surgery. One important factor is of the hyst requires an open approach or if it can be done vaginally. If you have large fibroids an open approach might be needed. This would add a LOT to your recovery and downtime especially the first few days. The other procedures can also add a lot of time to the overall procedure that is not always desirable. An appropriate inpatient setting would really be needed for you to get the best care.
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July 23, 2023
Answer: CombIned Procedures So....that might be a lot of surgery. One important factor is of the hyst requires an open approach or if it can be done vaginally. If you have large fibroids an open approach might be needed. This would add a LOT to your recovery and downtime especially the first few days. The other procedures can also add a lot of time to the overall procedure that is not always desirable. An appropriate inpatient setting would really be needed for you to get the best care.
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August 30, 2023
Answer: Abdominoplasty HELPS with Stress Incontinence! There are definitely benefits to having an abdominoplasty other than a smaller waist and tighter abdomen!! This is a great question!! Having an abdominoplasty will definitely help with stress incontinence because it will assist in strengthening your core muscles which in turn help to strengthen your entire abdominal area along with pelvic floor. It is unlikely that insurance will cover this procedure because it is considered a cosmetic procedure. You can however submit this for preauthorization to see if they will cover it. This procedure should be performed by a plastic surgery as it is a specialized procedure. Best of luck!
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August 30, 2023
Answer: Abdominoplasty HELPS with Stress Incontinence! There are definitely benefits to having an abdominoplasty other than a smaller waist and tighter abdomen!! This is a great question!! Having an abdominoplasty will definitely help with stress incontinence because it will assist in strengthening your core muscles which in turn help to strengthen your entire abdominal area along with pelvic floor. It is unlikely that insurance will cover this procedure because it is considered a cosmetic procedure. You can however submit this for preauthorization to see if they will cover it. This procedure should be performed by a plastic surgery as it is a specialized procedure. Best of luck!
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