I recently had Mohs surgery on my right nostril for basal cell carcinoma. In addition, I have always wanted rhinoplasty to change the shape of my nose. The scar (more like a chunk out of my nostril)is still very visible three years later. Will insurance cover a rhinoplasty since I have had skin cancer? Also, can a rhinoplasty be done using local anesthetic?
Answer: Will insurance cover rhinoplasty following Moh's Surgery? Hello! Thank you for your question! Surgical procedures for aesthetic purposes, to improve appearance, are not covered by insurance. Typically, these as well as complications resulting from such procedures are the responsibility of the patient. Procedures that are meant to correct functional issues and those which cause health-related issues should be covered by your insurance as a medical necessity, with proper examination and documentation. Some insurance plans have exclusion criteria for certain procedures. Also, it is an obligation of the surgeon not to attempt to authorize purely cosmetic procedures through insurance. Your rhinoplasty portion should not be covered by insurance as this is a cosmetic procedure, as you state. Depending on what refinements of your nose you will have done as well as you and your surgeon's comfort level for doing the procedure under local anesthesia will determine if you can have it done. But, it is possible.Discuss your issues and complaints with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss these as well as to examine and assist you in deciding which procedure(s) will be the best for you. A discussion of the advantages and disadvantages will take place along with the risks and benefits. Insurance companies will vary on coverage and is always reasonable to discuss your issues with your surgeon and primary care. It would behoove you to get as much information as possible and even call your insurance yourself. Certainly, pay in advance prior to your surgical procedure and options such as financing are available if you qualify. Hope that this helps! Best wishes!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Will insurance cover rhinoplasty following Moh's Surgery? Hello! Thank you for your question! Surgical procedures for aesthetic purposes, to improve appearance, are not covered by insurance. Typically, these as well as complications resulting from such procedures are the responsibility of the patient. Procedures that are meant to correct functional issues and those which cause health-related issues should be covered by your insurance as a medical necessity, with proper examination and documentation. Some insurance plans have exclusion criteria for certain procedures. Also, it is an obligation of the surgeon not to attempt to authorize purely cosmetic procedures through insurance. Your rhinoplasty portion should not be covered by insurance as this is a cosmetic procedure, as you state. Depending on what refinements of your nose you will have done as well as you and your surgeon's comfort level for doing the procedure under local anesthesia will determine if you can have it done. But, it is possible.Discuss your issues and complaints with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss these as well as to examine and assist you in deciding which procedure(s) will be the best for you. A discussion of the advantages and disadvantages will take place along with the risks and benefits. Insurance companies will vary on coverage and is always reasonable to discuss your issues with your surgeon and primary care. It would behoove you to get as much information as possible and even call your insurance yourself. Certainly, pay in advance prior to your surgical procedure and options such as financing are available if you qualify. Hope that this helps! Best wishes!
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Answer: Rhinoplasty not covered by medical insurance
Rhinoplasty is a procedure whereby the entire tip, bridge, and alar areas can all be addressed by changing them. This is done under a general anesthesia. A rhinoplasty is never covered under medical insurance since it is cosmetic in nature and not medically related. Even a simple scar revision will not be covered under insurance unless it is creating a functional breathing problem.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty not covered by medical insurance
Rhinoplasty is a procedure whereby the entire tip, bridge, and alar areas can all be addressed by changing them. This is done under a general anesthesia. A rhinoplasty is never covered under medical insurance since it is cosmetic in nature and not medically related. Even a simple scar revision will not be covered under insurance unless it is creating a functional breathing problem.
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April 14, 2011
Answer: Rhinoplasty after skin cancer excision
Insurance will almost always cover skin flaps, skin grafts, and other reconstructive techniques after skin cancer removal. Rhinoplasty would be covered only if it was related to the cancer reconstruction.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty after skin cancer excision
Insurance will almost always cover skin flaps, skin grafts, and other reconstructive techniques after skin cancer removal. Rhinoplasty would be covered only if it was related to the cancer reconstruction.
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April 13, 2011
Answer: Rhinoplasty after cancer surgery.
Your insurance will only cover the reconstruction of the nostril and not the rhinoplasty. The rhinoplasty can be done under local or general anesthesia.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty after cancer surgery.
Your insurance will only cover the reconstruction of the nostril and not the rhinoplasty. The rhinoplasty can be done under local or general anesthesia.
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April 13, 2011
Answer: Will Insurance Cover Rhinoplasty Following Mohs Surgery?
Without a posted photo to see the defect I would guess the answer is NO. Health insurance will cover the need for reconstruction of a deformity not a cosmetic issue with a rhinoplasty. From MIAMI
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Answer: Will Insurance Cover Rhinoplasty Following Mohs Surgery?
Without a posted photo to see the defect I would guess the answer is NO. Health insurance will cover the need for reconstruction of a deformity not a cosmetic issue with a rhinoplasty. From MIAMI
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