I am a 38yr old female with 42DDD breast. I have scars on my shoulders from my bra straps, constant back pain, and bruising from my underwire. I am 197lbs. I am not having anymore children. Would I be a good candidate for reduction surgery and could insurance cover it?
Answer: Insurance coverage of breast reduction Hello, thank you for your question. Usually with shoulder pain and discomfort due to large breasts, insurance will cover, however it can be a longer process to the claim and get pre approval for the surgery. If you are ok to wait for it and they do cover it then that would be in your interest.
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Answer: Insurance coverage of breast reduction Hello, thank you for your question. Usually with shoulder pain and discomfort due to large breasts, insurance will cover, however it can be a longer process to the claim and get pre approval for the surgery. If you are ok to wait for it and they do cover it then that would be in your interest.
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September 12, 2022
Answer: Breast Reduction Hello and thank you for your question.
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September 12, 2022
Answer: Breast Reduction Hello and thank you for your question.
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September 7, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction From your description it sounds like you would benefit from breast reduction surgery. This procedure would remove excess breast tissue as well as excess skin. The nipple position is also corrected as part of the surgery. In order to determine if your insurance will provide coverage you need to speak to them if it is a benefit of your policy as well as the criteria that must be met in order for coverage to be approved.
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September 7, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction From your description it sounds like you would benefit from breast reduction surgery. This procedure would remove excess breast tissue as well as excess skin. The nipple position is also corrected as part of the surgery. In order to determine if your insurance will provide coverage you need to speak to them if it is a benefit of your policy as well as the criteria that must be met in order for coverage to be approved.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Bellesoma Breast Reduction The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. This technique is not covered by insurance.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Bellesoma Breast Reduction The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. This technique is not covered by insurance.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Will benefit from breast reduction Common symptoms of large breasts are back, neck, and shoulder pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes underneath your breasts, and limitation of activities. So, you are having symptoms related to large breasts and would be a great candidate for breast reduction surgery. Insurance companies have multiple criteria when assessing whether they would approve breast reduction surgery. In addition to symptoms, they may want to exclude other causes of your pain and ensure that you have tried everything besides surgery for relief. That may include seeing a physical therapist, chiropractor, or orthopedist; getting xrays of the neck and back; getting custom support bras; and/or trying anti-rash creams. They may also want proof that a significant reduction will occur. They will often ask your plastic surgeon to estimate the amount of reduction and compare it to standard tables. The most common is the Schnur scale, which calculates the amount of reduction based on your height and weight. Unfortunately, the criteria differs between insurance companies, so it is best to check with your insurance to see if it will be approved.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Will benefit from breast reduction Common symptoms of large breasts are back, neck, and shoulder pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes underneath your breasts, and limitation of activities. So, you are having symptoms related to large breasts and would be a great candidate for breast reduction surgery. Insurance companies have multiple criteria when assessing whether they would approve breast reduction surgery. In addition to symptoms, they may want to exclude other causes of your pain and ensure that you have tried everything besides surgery for relief. That may include seeing a physical therapist, chiropractor, or orthopedist; getting xrays of the neck and back; getting custom support bras; and/or trying anti-rash creams. They may also want proof that a significant reduction will occur. They will often ask your plastic surgeon to estimate the amount of reduction and compare it to standard tables. The most common is the Schnur scale, which calculates the amount of reduction based on your height and weight. Unfortunately, the criteria differs between insurance companies, so it is best to check with your insurance to see if it will be approved.
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