Are there any doctors in Charlotte NC that will take medicaid for a breast reduction?

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I am 20 with 42 DDD sometimes E. with constant back, neck and shoulder pain. i also get major migraines often. I am in pain 24/7! its so bad I cant find anyone I am starting to consider medical tourism.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Unfortunately, each insurance company has their own criteria. Large breasts (macromastia) or breast hypertrophy can occur in a variety of conditions (family trait, post pregnancy, excessive adolescent growth). In general when the excessive breast size causes functional problems, insurance will generally pay for the operation if more than 400 – 500 grams are removed from each breast dependent on your individual insurance company requirements. These problems may include neck pain, back or shoulder pain, hygiene difficulty, and breast pain. Other problems which are less likely to be covered by insurance include skin irritation, skeletal deformity, breathing problems, psychological/emotional problems, and interference with normal daily activities. Pre-authorization by the insurance company is required prior to surgery, and the process takes approximately one month. Each insurance policy has different guidelines and exclusions. This procedure is commonly covered by insurance through insurance criteria are becoming more and more restrictive
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Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

Your best bet is to contact your Medicaid insurance plan to see who is in network with your plan and who is not.

Stacy Peterson, MD (retired) · Answer

I do not believe Medicaid will cover any services for Breast Reduction surgery in any part of the country.  It's just simply not a covered service.

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