Can I get a breast reduction with sooner care? I have to buy expensive bras and have back, neck, and shoulder pain. (photo)

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Can I reduce my breast they are a 32 I right now and causing me back neck and shoulder pain my bras are $60 and up

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo.

You are clearly in much discomfort.  Consider a technique that has less scarring and higher chances to breastfeed and preserve nipple sensitivity. The Horndeski Method/Bellesoma Method is uniquely different than conventional methods in multiple ways. The most significant difference is that of transferring the weight of the breast away from the skin on to the breast muscles for better support, pain relief and long term results. This technique successfully relieves the skin envelope from doing all the work. I hope this helps.

Best wishes,

Dr. Gary Horndeski

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.

Best to check directly with your insurance company to see whether breast reduction surgery is a “covered” benefit with your specific policy. Then, given that every insurance company has different “criteria”, best to identify exactly what your specific insurance company considers criteria for approval. Generally, the more documentation you have (for example, from your primary care doctor, physical therapist, chiropractor etc.) the better when it comes to obtaining insurance “authorization” for the procedure. Again, your insurance company will be able to be more specific when it comes to what "hoops" they want you to jump through.

This documentation and letter/pictures from your plastic surgeon will help you obtain authorization. Keep in mind, as you work towards your goals breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.

Also, prepare to be persistent when dealing with health insurance companies. I hope this, and the attached link (dedicated to breast reduction surgery concerns), helps. Best wishes.

David J. Wages, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The most accurate source of information for you would be to contact your carrier for their specific criteria for breast reduction surgery.  Good luck.

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