I have a muscle flex deformity on my left breast. What can I do to have it fixed and does Medicare Advantage in MI cover it?

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I have a bubble that forms above my left breast when I flex my chest muscles. What can I do to have it fixed? Can you do anything naturally or is surgery needed? Does Medicare or Medicare Advantage in MI cover any procedures to fix it?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear about your flex deformity.  It can be surgically corrected but is not covered by insurance.  If you are interested in addressing it see a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Although not predictable some patients with subglandular implants will develop some form of animation deformity.  The only treatment is to place the implant above the muscle.  That said, animation deformity is not dangerous and need not be treated.  Hope this helps.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Bright981752,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If this flexion is from an augmentation, Medicare will not cover this and surgery will be needed to improve this.  Medicare does not cover cosmetic procedures except to remove ruptured old gel implants.

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