Will insurance cover silicone injection removal from body?

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Will imedicaid cover removing silicone injections from the buttock? If the person is experiencing pain, discomfort and their quality of life is not good, is this something that insurance will cover to have the surgery to remove?

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding insurance coverage for silicone removal. Unfortunately, in most cases, insurance, including Medicaid, typically does not cover the removal of silicone injections, even if you are facing severe complications such as pain, discomfort, or a significantly impacted quality of life.

Many insurance providers consider silicone removal a cosmetic procedure, which complicates approval for coverage, regardless of medical symptoms. However, it may still be worth consulting with your insurance provider and a board-certified plastic surgeon to explore all options. In some cases, thorough documentation of medical issues caused by the silicone injections can support an appeal, but approval remains challenging.

I hope this helps clarify the situation. Please reach out if you have further questions.

Sincerely,
Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, MD

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

That is an excellent question. The problem is the reimbursement for health insurance companies for this type of procedure is very limited and does not cover even the cost of the operation. And you would need multiple surgical procedures unfortunately most surgeons offering silicon buttocks, excision revision reconstruction do not accept health insurance for the procedures. But I would be happy to virtual consult with you. Regards, Dr. B.

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