I had weight loss surgery (vertical Sleeve) I had 3 c-sections I lost a 130 pounds from surgery. Would I be A good candidate for a panniculectomy to me lower stomach skin removal an fat (Referred to as an apron) I have a large sagging hanging stomach which causes infection rashes . And also affects my hygiene which is very embarrassing. I can't do daily activities with my kids or just for myself. I have lost a lot of weight and still feel trap I am healthy I have no medical issues.
January 18, 2019
Answer: I'm 268 pounds, 5' 7" with a BMI of 42, would I be a panniculectomy candidate? Thank you for your questions. Congrats on your weight loss. It would seem that you have a medical indication to have the skin removed seeing as how it alters your day to day functions. The problem is convincing an insurance company of that and finding a surgeon who is willing to take insurance payment for the procedure. Insurances are notoriously hard to convince of medical necessity for this procedure and even when they do, the amount they are willing to reimburse surgeons to perform it is atrocious, so most surgeons elect not to take on this burden.Best of luck to you!Dallas R. Buchanan, MD, FACSOwner & Board-Certified Plastic SurgeonVIVIFY plastic surgery
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January 18, 2019
Answer: I'm 268 pounds, 5' 7" with a BMI of 42, would I be a panniculectomy candidate? Thank you for your questions. Congrats on your weight loss. It would seem that you have a medical indication to have the skin removed seeing as how it alters your day to day functions. The problem is convincing an insurance company of that and finding a surgeon who is willing to take insurance payment for the procedure. Insurances are notoriously hard to convince of medical necessity for this procedure and even when they do, the amount they are willing to reimburse surgeons to perform it is atrocious, so most surgeons elect not to take on this burden.Best of luck to you!Dallas R. Buchanan, MD, FACSOwner & Board-Certified Plastic SurgeonVIVIFY plastic surgery
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January 18, 2019
Answer: Panniculectomy Your BMI is still very high. If you are still losing weight, surgery should be deferred until you have reached a stable point. In the meantime, see a dermatologist for treatment of the rashes. If conservative treatment is documented, the panniculectomy may ultimately be covered by insurance.
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January 18, 2019
Answer: Panniculectomy Your BMI is still very high. If you are still losing weight, surgery should be deferred until you have reached a stable point. In the meantime, see a dermatologist for treatment of the rashes. If conservative treatment is documented, the panniculectomy may ultimately be covered by insurance.
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