I have lost 115lbs, I have had 2 children via c-section that were 10lb 3 oz. and 10lb 13oz. My lower abdomen hangs and is heavy and causes pain. It hurts when I am intimate with my husband. Do I qualify to have it removed? I believe that once its removed I will be at my ideal weight
June 26, 2016
Answer: 360 lower body lift circumferential body lift abdominoplasty panniculectomy insurance Hi Momof2cosprings,Congratulations on your massive weight loss. Without pictures, a thorough physical examination, and knowledge of your particular medical insurance plan, this is a difficult question to answer. Assuming that you are medically fit and have no contra-indications to surgery, based on your history alone, I would suggest you need either an abdominoplasty or 360 lower body lift. The abdominoplasty would remove skin and fat from the abdomen. The 360 lower body lift would remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen, hips, and buttock. I am uncertain as to your question, "do you qualify...". It would seem from your history and your description of the problem, that you would "medically qualify". However, if you are asking if your insurance would cover the procedure, this is entirely dependent on your history, anatomy, current skin problems, and your individualized insurance plan. In addition, different insurance plans have different rules as to what they cover. These rules even vary state-by-state. I would seek a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in massive weight loss patients. In addition, I would seek a plastic surgeon who has performed hundreds of abdominoplasties and 360 lower body lifts. If you want to seek medical authorization for the abdominoplasty or 360 lower body lift, this plastic surgeon should also be experienced with dealing with insurance plans, Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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June 26, 2016
Answer: 360 lower body lift circumferential body lift abdominoplasty panniculectomy insurance Hi Momof2cosprings,Congratulations on your massive weight loss. Without pictures, a thorough physical examination, and knowledge of your particular medical insurance plan, this is a difficult question to answer. Assuming that you are medically fit and have no contra-indications to surgery, based on your history alone, I would suggest you need either an abdominoplasty or 360 lower body lift. The abdominoplasty would remove skin and fat from the abdomen. The 360 lower body lift would remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen, hips, and buttock. I am uncertain as to your question, "do you qualify...". It would seem from your history and your description of the problem, that you would "medically qualify". However, if you are asking if your insurance would cover the procedure, this is entirely dependent on your history, anatomy, current skin problems, and your individualized insurance plan. In addition, different insurance plans have different rules as to what they cover. These rules even vary state-by-state. I would seek a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in massive weight loss patients. In addition, I would seek a plastic surgeon who has performed hundreds of abdominoplasties and 360 lower body lifts. If you want to seek medical authorization for the abdominoplasty or 360 lower body lift, this plastic surgeon should also be experienced with dealing with insurance plans, Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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October 22, 2014
Answer: Do I qualify for "belly apron" removal? You may be a good candidate if you are medically fit. I would have to know more information.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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October 22, 2014
Answer: Do I qualify for "belly apron" removal? You may be a good candidate if you are medically fit. I would have to know more information.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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