Will Insurance Cover Diastasis Recti if Causing Lumbar Spine Issues?

Hi there-

Because there is no scientifically produced research to show that patients with back problems benefit from repair of diastasis recti, abdominoplasty surgery is not going to feb covered by your provider.

 

We get many questions asking whether insurance will cover the cost of rectus diastasis repair, and for the most part, they do not .  However, every case is different.  It may be worth trying I your particular case, supporting your case with documentation from a spine surgeon.  I still think your chances are small, but you never know.  It's worth a try, but you will certainly need to be persistent about it. Good  luck!

Thank you for your question.

It is best for you to check with you insurance company to see if this could possibly be a covered benefit.

Then, see two or more board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a full and complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery.  I hope this helps.

Unfortunately, insurance won't cover a tummy tuck.  But if you have a true abdominal hernia, insurance will cover this and part of the anesthesia and facility fees.

-This is a very common question!

-Insurance will not cover the repair of rectus diastasis.

-During an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), the rectus muscles will be brought back together in the midline.  However, this operation is considered to be cosmetic, and therefore insurance companies will not pay.