Does Medicare Cover Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy?

June 10, 2009
Asked By:Violet Chic in Chicago

Does Medicare cover Breast reconstructive surgery  after bilateral prophylactic Mastectomy for patients with BRCA positive gene mutation and strong family hx (medical history) of breast cancer?

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January 22, 2013

Answer: Insurance implications with breast reconstruction

January 22, 2013

Answer: Insurance implications with breast reconstruction

July 23, 2012

Answer: Medicare Covers Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy

July 23, 2012

Answer: Medicare Covers Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy

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