Does Cigna healthcare cover removal of a nickel sized, protruding mole on the back?

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David J. Cohen, MD · Answer

If an otherwise benign mole, but it is in the way of clothing or irrtated it can be covered by insurance for removal.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Removing a mole on the back may be covered by some insurance companies.  Your insurance company would need to be contacted to find out if it would be a covered procedure or not.  You could try calling yourself or you could be seen in a doctor's office and have them check for you.

Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  I would check with your insurance company to see what they consider cosmetic and what they consider necessary.  Usually we can remove a mole and send it in for a pathologist to examine, and most insurance companies consider it necessary if a board certified dermatologist deems the removal/biopsy necessary.  Each practice and insurance company can be different, so definitely have a dermatologist check your mole, and do some homework with your insurance company as well.  Best of luck!

Aanand Geria, MD, FAAD · Answer

I recommend seeing a board-certified dermatologist to have this evaluated. If it is clinically concerning, then your insurance will cover the removal as a diagnostic biopsy. If the lesion appears benign, removal would be consider cosmetic and your insurance will not cover it.

Dennis Gross, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question,Most skin growths are harmless, but sometimes they are not and can be cancerous, which is why all moles and growths should be assessed by a dermatologist. You can contact your insurance provider over the phone or online to find an in network provider.

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