Will Medicaid cover a septoplasty? Does it change the shape of your nose? Where would I go to get a consultation? (photo)

Medical necessity must be documented for coverage, which is performed at the time of the exam.  A septoplasty is only done for airflow improvement, and will NOT change the shape of the nose.  A rhinoplasty is considered cosmetic, and must be paid for by the patient.  Both procedures can be performed under one anesthesia which allows one recovery period

Hi there, thank you for question. I am glad to hear you have found realself helpful.Insurance typically does cover septoplasty. Having said that, each insurance has they own rules and Medcaid might choose not to cover certain nasal obstruction surgeries.In your case, septoplasty can help improve your breathing but it will not addresses a crooked nasal bone. Seek a consultation with an ENT doctor for septoplasty, if you also want to address the deviated bone consider a consultation with a rhinoplasty doctor. Hope this helps. Good luck