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Insurance typically does not cover cosmetic surgery. Panniculetomy is sometimes covered, but this does not result in the same outcome as a tummy tuck. Good luck. Dr. Aldo
Although cosmetic procedures are never covered by insurance, certain procedures related to your surgery may be covered by certain insurance carriers. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
I have never had an "insurance" entity authorize tummy tuck surgery. In other words, insurance companies do not consider this operation medically necessary. Sometimes, however insurance companies will cover excision of lower abdominal wall skin/apron; this operation is called a panniculectomy. Best wishes.
If you have a spine issue that requires you to use the TENS unit on your back, I would ask your PS's approval to use it. Your back pain could be a side effect of being hunched over for a few days post op; this can be attributed to a combination of repair and incision. The muscles have been irri...
Thanks for the question.Most Plastic Surgeons on this forum will advise you to speak to your surgeon for explicit instructions. I am no different and would also encourage you to get your instructions from him.Having said that, I will give you my input. Most patients can sleep on their back or ...
Hello and thank you for your question. Congratulations on your weight loss. Without examining you I cannot definitely say that you don’t need an FDL, but from your photos believe not. The procedure of choice for you is a lower body lift which in my hands consists of.1. A mons lift.2. A full t...
