I’m currently a 42J wanting to go to a C cup. I’m almost 50, long done with breastfeeding and don’t have a sexual interest in nipples. In research on a reduction from my size it’s clear I’d need FNG which seems like it’s unnecessary extra stitches, risks and healing. I’d like to just have the reduction without re-attachment of the nipples. I read that insurance might not cover it that way - but if I’m having plenty of tissue removed based on the medical necessity criteria why would it matter?
Answer: Breast reduction The insurance company is interested in one thing. The weight removed. What is done with your nipples won't matter. Unless the surgeon is going to try to bill insurance separately for the FNG which they will deny and is not ethical to charge.
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Answer: Breast reduction The insurance company is interested in one thing. The weight removed. What is done with your nipples won't matter. Unless the surgeon is going to try to bill insurance separately for the FNG which they will deny and is not ethical to charge.
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December 1, 2021
Answer: Breast reduction Dear bullarw,
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November 30, 2021
Answer: Bellesoma Breast Reduction As others have stated, the insurance companies are only interested in the weight being reduced. However, the technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. This technique is not covered by insurance.
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November 30, 2021
Answer: Bellesoma Breast Reduction As others have stated, the insurance companies are only interested in the weight being reduced. However, the technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. This technique is not covered by insurance.
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Answer: Breast reduction without nipple areolar replacement...insurance covered? Hi and welcome to our forum!I have not come across this question before! The procedure of breast reduction often alleviates neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, bra strap grooving, and chronic rashes beneath the breasts due to breast weight. The medical necessity of the procedure will not change whether or not there is nipple areolar amputation. The procedure is simpler and shorter. This may actually even save the insurance company money! From the insurance standpoint, different companies have different criteria. Some will require a surgical specimen to be of a certain weight, most will accept symptoms, some require a course of preoperative physical therapy.I recommend a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. After evaluation / examination, a letter requesting preauthorization can be submitted to your insurance carrier.It may be wise to contact your insurance carrier and request their criteria for breast reduction.Best wishes...
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Answer: Breast reduction without nipple areolar replacement...insurance covered? Hi and welcome to our forum!I have not come across this question before! The procedure of breast reduction often alleviates neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, bra strap grooving, and chronic rashes beneath the breasts due to breast weight. The medical necessity of the procedure will not change whether or not there is nipple areolar amputation. The procedure is simpler and shorter. This may actually even save the insurance company money! From the insurance standpoint, different companies have different criteria. Some will require a surgical specimen to be of a certain weight, most will accept symptoms, some require a course of preoperative physical therapy.I recommend a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. After evaluation / examination, a letter requesting preauthorization can be submitted to your insurance carrier.It may be wise to contact your insurance carrier and request their criteria for breast reduction.Best wishes...
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