Would medicaid cover a breast implant if its causing me to be depressed?

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when i got pregnant with my daughter only one of my breasts grew i have an (a) and a (c) cup i cant find a bra to fit a bathingsuit i cant even wear strapless dresses or feel comfortable in my own body its causing depression. how am i supposed to wear a wedding dress when i only have one breast? will medicaid cover this?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

If one breast fails to develop substantially then it may be possible for Medicaid to cover reconstructive surgery. You will have to have your surgeon send a letter of medical necessity and ask for pre-authorization. Good Luck.

Richard H. Fryer, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I am so sorry to hear about your situation and that is causing you emotional distress.  Unfortunately for you Medicaid does not cover breast augmentation at all for anything other then breast reconstruction after cancer.  No insurance company will cover cosmetic breast implants.If you would like more information and resources regarding breast augmentation, you can download free copy of my breast augmentation planner at ABetterBreast.com.Best of luck to you.

Jay M. Pensler, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Unfortunately medicaid does not cover breast augmentation for any reason other than cancer reconstruction. In addition breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure so it is typically not covered by insurance plans.

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