Does AHCCCS cover breast reduction if it's necessary for?

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I'm 28 and 5'5 I weight 228lbs and wear a size 42f maybe bigger and I'm trying to get to 145lbs to see if I could get more comfort with the weight loss but the more weight I lose my breast feel more heavier the bra straps dig into my skin causing discoloration and irritation, my back aches even while laying down I'm always left breathless just from sitting. I just wanna know what insurance maybe the best for something like this if ahcccs isn't?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question. Candidates for #BreastReduction surgery
are women who wish to have smaller #breasts to achieve a more proportional
appearance or to alleviate physical discomfort. Breast reduction can correct
symptoms from excessively #largeheavybreasts that may cause the inability to do
certain exercises, or create back, shoulder and neck pain, poor posture,
bra-strap shoulder indentations and chafing or rashes under the breasts. Women
experiencing these discomforts may benefit from Breast Reduction, also called #ReductionMammoplasty.
Furthermore, large breasts may interfere with normal daily activities or
exercise and will be more comfortable when reduced. Women who feel that their
excessive breast size decreases a sense of attractiveness and self-confidence,
or results in unwanted attention are also candidates. I recommend that you schedule multiple consultations with #Board #Certified #Plastic #Surgeons. Ask them to write letters of necessity to your insurance company for prior approval. I will attach a website which will give you all of the Board Certitied Plastic Surgeons in your area. Best wishes to you!

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you jfor the question and I would begin the process of getting prior autherization for surgery by going on some consults and having the examining physcian write letters on your behalf.Dr. Corbin

Alfonso Oliva, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Hi sheakj9,It certainly sounds that you had the symptoms of macromastia or large breasts.  Breast reduction can help you feel better in your shoulders and upper back by removing excessive weights to the breasts.  You will need to have prior authorization before surgery.  This can only be done through a visit with a board certified plastic surgeon who would write a letter on your behalf to the insurance carrier.  Good luck.

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