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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
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.
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.
Thank you for your question. I understand that you don't want surgery, but you've been to three doctors who have examined you and recommended that as a treatment, and you've already tried the nonsurgical things that haven't helped. Sometimes the answer to a problem isn't the answer we want...
9.5 hours for a breast reduction is well over the average time for most surgeons. It generally shows a lack of experience or inability to make intraoperative decisions. If you are not happy with your results please seek another opinion. Good luck, Jane.
Thanks for your question. After any surgery you will notice all types of things that will cause you to have questions. The best (and safest) policy is always to call the surgeon who performed your operation with these questions and to see them in person if this is what they request....