My silicone breast implants were placed in1983. Will Medicare/United Healthcare supplement cover any of the costs involved?

February 10, 2015
Asked By:Jan24513 in Lawrenceville, GA

The right implant has become very hard and encapsulated and migrated higher two months ago. It has become painful and restricting my shoulder movement. Thank you for your answers.

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