If my Insurance Covers Fixing a Deviated Septum How Much More Should I Pay to Make my Nose Smaller?

July 17, 2012
Asked By:faster

My Dr says I need to have my Deviated Septum fixed and my Turbinates cut. My insurance will cover this but I would aslo like to have the bridge of my nose shaved a little. Should this be free? If not how much more (on average) should I have to pay for this?

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September 2, 2018

Answer: Cost for the cosmetic portion of the case

September 2, 2018

Answer: Cost for the cosmetic portion of the case

August 2, 2012

Answer: Insurance only covers medically necessary surgery, not cosmetic

August 2, 2012

Answer: Insurance only covers medically necessary surgery, not cosmetic

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