I had multiple fibro tumors on my uterus that grew into a very large mass I had to have surgery because of the size the Dr. cut me straight down vertically to removed my uterus and now I have a big stomach and all this excessive skin after surgery.
Answer: Insurance A tummy tuck is considered cosmetic surgery. No form of insurance will cover a cosmetic surgical procedure. If you wish to go forward with your surgery make sure you see a board certified Plastic Surgeon.
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Answer: Insurance A tummy tuck is considered cosmetic surgery. No form of insurance will cover a cosmetic surgical procedure. If you wish to go forward with your surgery make sure you see a board certified Plastic Surgeon.
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Answer: Will Medicaid pay for tummy tuck under medically necessary plastic surgery and not cosmetic? Thank you for your post. Medicaid will not pay for a tummy tuck. Most insurance will not cover a tummy tuck because this is a cosmetic procedure and not a necessity. Some insurance companies may, however, cover a panniculectomy. Both of these procedures are different and you will not get the same results as a tummy tuck with a panniculectomy. A panniculectomy will just remove the hanging skin. When a tummy tuck is done we are tightening the muscles and also combining the procedure with liposuction to give the body a better contour. I would set up a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to review your options and answer any questions that you may have.
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Answer: Will Medicaid pay for tummy tuck under medically necessary plastic surgery and not cosmetic? Thank you for your post. Medicaid will not pay for a tummy tuck. Most insurance will not cover a tummy tuck because this is a cosmetic procedure and not a necessity. Some insurance companies may, however, cover a panniculectomy. Both of these procedures are different and you will not get the same results as a tummy tuck with a panniculectomy. A panniculectomy will just remove the hanging skin. When a tummy tuck is done we are tightening the muscles and also combining the procedure with liposuction to give the body a better contour. I would set up a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to review your options and answer any questions that you may have.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck vs panniculectomy By definition, a tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure whereby liposuction, muscle tightening, and skin excision is performed with the goal of achieving the flattest, most contoured, shape possible. This procedure is not covered by insurance. A panniculectomy is a procedure where the hanging (and only the hanging) lower tummy skin is removed. Insurance coverage varies and medical necessity must be demonstrated. These requirements vary by carrier. If you want to persue this Avenue, please see a surgeon who accepts your insurance for an assessment.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck vs panniculectomy By definition, a tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure whereby liposuction, muscle tightening, and skin excision is performed with the goal of achieving the flattest, most contoured, shape possible. This procedure is not covered by insurance. A panniculectomy is a procedure where the hanging (and only the hanging) lower tummy skin is removed. Insurance coverage varies and medical necessity must be demonstrated. These requirements vary by carrier. If you want to persue this Avenue, please see a surgeon who accepts your insurance for an assessment.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Insurance Hi and thank you for your question and picture. Unfortunately, no, insurance (including medicare/medicaid) do not cover abdominoplasty procedures. These are considered cosmetic and not medically necessary.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Insurance Hi and thank you for your question and picture. Unfortunately, no, insurance (including medicare/medicaid) do not cover abdominoplasty procedures. These are considered cosmetic and not medically necessary.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Will Medicaid pay for tummy tuck under medically necessary plastic surgery and not cosmetic? Thank you for sharing your question. Unfortunately Medicaid will not cover the cost of a tummy tuck as they deem it "not medically necessary" in nearly all cases. I would recommend seeing a plastic surgeon in consultation after you are healed from your hysterectomy to see what treatment options do exist for you to be able to reduce the amount of excess skin present. Hope this helps.
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November 9, 2017
Answer: Will Medicaid pay for tummy tuck under medically necessary plastic surgery and not cosmetic? Thank you for sharing your question. Unfortunately Medicaid will not cover the cost of a tummy tuck as they deem it "not medically necessary" in nearly all cases. I would recommend seeing a plastic surgeon in consultation after you are healed from your hysterectomy to see what treatment options do exist for you to be able to reduce the amount of excess skin present. Hope this helps.
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