Is a panniculectomy or severe breast asymmetry covered by Husky A Medicare? (photos)

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I am wearing a shirt but One breat is DD possibly larger and the otherB cup. Would Husky A Medicare insurance would cover either. As I get older do I have a rash and raw skin in the cleavage of my larger breast, under my belly sweats which causes itching and burning, this has had extreme emotional effects on me. I have not dated in close to a decade due to of insecurity.I don't even like to leave home.I have had lots of weight fluctuations two kids 1 c sec which made pannus worse

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding if a panniculectomy or severe breast asymmetry is covered by Husky A Medicare. In regards to specific questions regarding specific insurance companies, you would have to contact Husky A Medicare directly. Most Medicare insurance companies require that your abdominal pannus covers your pubis region completely. Most Medicare requirements for panniculectomy also require that you can document chronic rashes refractory to skin creams and lotions. In addition, your weight needs to be stable and ideally your BMI less than 30. If you lost more than 100+ lbs with diet and exercise, you must be at a stable weight for 6 months. If you lost more than 100+ lbs with weight loss surgery, then your weight must be stable for 18 months.  Medicare typically does not cover panniculectomy for back pain. You also need to prove that the abdominal pannus inhibits activities of daily living. Please seek an experienced plastic surgeon who has dealt with insurance companies before. Thank you for your question regarding a panniculectomy that is covered by Husky Medicare. Usually, Medicare does NOT cover procedures for breast asymmetry.  Thank you for your question regarding the panniculectomy.  I hope that I have answered your questions whether a panniculectomy or severe breast asymmetry is covered by Husky A Medicare.  I specialize in reconstructive plastic surgery after weight loss.  If you have any more questions regarding the panniculectomy, extended lower body lift, lower body lift, 360 circumferential lower body lift, belt lipectomy, belt abdominoplasty, or belt dermolipectomy, please contact my office. Since the panniculectomy or lower body lift is a big procedure, please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing the panniculectomy or lower body lift. Do your research.  Make sure they have performed at least 100 panniculectomies or circumferential lower body lift surgeries and have the before and after pictures to prove it.  Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf.   If you cannot find an experienced, panniculectomy or lower body lift surgeon in your neighborhood, consider traveling out of state if you must. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Dhaval M. Patel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo! I suggest you seek a board certified plastic surgeon and have the office submit your case through your insurance.  They will check on your case and depending on your coverage see how much they will cover.  Best of luck!Dr Dhaval Patel
Double Board Certifed 
Plastic Surgeon
Chicago
Hoffman Estates
Oakbrook
Orland Park

Jane Namkung, MD · Answer

Hello.  Insurance coverage varies from state to state and insurance plan to insurance plan.  I would seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area that is in network with your insurance plan.  Keep in mind that a panniculectomy is not the same as a tummy tuck

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