Corrective Surgery for Unhappy Breast Reduction - Will I Have to Pay?

Although you may be unhappy with your surgeon, I suggest you see them again and discuss your results with them. A reputable surgeon will make an earnest effort to try to resolve your concerns. However, please note that you may or may not have to pay for corrective surgery, as payment terms are different for each surgeon.

Insurance Rarely Covers Breast Reduction RevisionInsurance companies in general are only concerned about solving functional problems (e.g back or breast pain, inability to wear clothes or exercise, etc). They are not concerned about cosmetic appearance and it his highly unlikely that they will cover any revisions for this purpose. I would return to your original surgeon who will likely discount his services if this was related to his surgery unless you have lost confidence in your treatment. If so see a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in breast revision surgery.

As insurance often pays for the initial procedure, it is possible that hte insurance plan may pay for a revision. You need to have a discussion with yoru surgeon as to why you are unhappy, what can be done, if anything to remedy the situation and who is to pay for it.

Most insurance companies will not pay for revisions after breast reductions because they veiw it as aesthetic. Most surgeons have policies regarding revision surgery and I would start by bringing your concerns up with your original surgeon.

It really would be best for you to speak with the original surgeon whom I am sure would want you to have a satisfactory outcome. He/she will likely work with you to determine a reasonable resolution to your concerns.