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Will my insurance pay for the Scar Removal Surgery?

MistyishereAug 5, 2014
I used to be a self harmer and I have plenty of scars on both arms and my thighs. Most of them are keloids. I was wondering if my insurance would pay for my Scar Removal Surgery. I'm still underage and looking forward to getting this surgery once I'm 18. The only problem in the future with these scars is that it could affect my ability to get professional jobs. I'm concerned with how much the cost would be with all the scars. Thank you

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