Wanted to know if I could get a tummy tuck with Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance?

Unless there is some unusual circumstance, insurance companies generally do not cover tummy tuck surgery. In other words, insurance companies do not consider this operation medically necessary. Sometimes, however insurance companies will cover excision of lower abdominal wall skin/apron; this operation is called a panniculectomy.The panniculectomy operation involves excision of the lower abdominal wall pannus or  overhanging skin/adipose tissue. It is not considered an  aesthetically driven procedure;  it is often performed to help with concerns such as skin breakdown, infections/rashes…  Best wishes.

Although cosmetic procedures are never covered by insurance, certain procedures related to your surgery may be covered by certain insurance carriers. Photos would be helpful to determine if you require a TT or a panniculectomy which might be covered.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA