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Ruptured implants from a car accident. Do plastic surgeons take PIP/auto insurance claim?

missjdeehSep 22, 2023
I had a breast augmentation about 10 years ago. But , A week ago I got into an car accident and as the car crashed the air bag deployed and the seatbelt locked which most likely ruptured my implants. My left breast feel achy and numbing. Some days passed, I can actually feel the edges of the shell when I touch. I am going to get an ultrasound done but I’m stressed out and scared because I haven’t been able to find plastic Sergeon who would see me because of PIP insurance being involved..

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Answered on Sep 23, 2023
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