Why Are Insurance Companies Not Covering Latisse?

Generally speaking, insurance does not cover treatments or drugs that are used for cosmetic purposes.  

Thank you for your question.  Normally, insurance companies do not normally cover these products since they are "elective" to grow your eyelashes (not medically necessary).  IF you have a medical condition and your doctor thinks that you would benefit from Latisse, the doctor could make a request of the insurance company to see if they would cover this (but I haven't seen this done before). Sorry.

 

Insurance companies pay for medically necessary procedures and prescriptions.  They do not pay to cover cosmetic procedures or medications to enhance appearance.  Asking why your insurance company refuses to cover the cost of your prescription is like asking why they do not cover the cost of your eyeliner or mascara, or any cosmetics that you apply to your face.  While it might be nice if they did, I am certain that these policies will not be changing any time soon.  On the other hand, most patients are very well satisfied with their Latisse.