Does insurance cover pre-op testing?

Dear toriamel,
this will depend on your insurance. In some cases, insurance company will cover the costs of pre-op testing. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult your insurance for more information. 
Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for your question.  Each health insurance company usually has several different policies.  The pre-operative coverage of labs varies widely.  The Board Certified Plastic Surgeon you are with may know which may be helpful in your city.  Best to contact the health insurance company and ask.  Also, most laboratory groups will have a cash pay price.  Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLas Vegas Plastic Surgery

Coverage of lab tests prior to lipo and breast augmentation will depend upon your insurance provider. My patients are cleared for surgery by their PCP and specialists if necessary.  The tests needed will vary with age, current medical problems, and personal preference to some extent.  Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA