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Does Medicaid cover plastic surgery to remove keloids if deemed medically necessary?

mavemiJan 20, 2017
I have two keloids on the cartilage of my ears that grew extensively larger during my pregnancy, and continued to grow after giving birth. All the dermatologists I've met with have recommended surgical removal. I currently have Medicaid, is there any place which takes that insurance? If not, what would an out-of-pocket cost run?

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