Do insurance companies typically cover a second breast reduction? I was 17 when I had my first, I am 27 now (Photo)

Hi.  It really depends on your current symptoms and your particular policy.  I would get the appropriate documentation from your primary medical provider and then see your plastic surgeon who can submit a letter to your insurance carrier to see if that would be a covered benefit.Good luck and take care,Dr. Howell

Thank you for your question! The insurance criteria for covering a secondary breast reduction are actually exactly the same as having them cover the intial procedure. You need to have documented symptoms due to large breasts (e.g. back, neck and shoulder pain) that aren't responding to medical therapy (e.g. physical therapy, pain medications, wearing a sports bra), and the surgeon needs to be able to remove the required amount of tissue- usually somewhere in the 500g range. I would recommend seeing a board-certified Plastic Surgeon in your area if you are interested in pursuing this.

You will need to call your insurance company and ask them whether or not a second reduction would be covered and if so, what are the criteria. Then, schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area (link below) to discuss. Best, Dr. Nazarian