Do Medicaid Pay To Have Fat Taking Away From Your Stomach and Thins?

The general rule of thumb is that insurance will only cover procedures which are medically necessary. This typically excludes all manner of elective (key word) cosmetic surgery procedures.There are, however, exceptions to this rule. They typically only come in the form of a related medical issue. For example, insurance will not generally pay for abdominoplasty. However, a patient with recurrent infections/rashes of intertriginous areas may qualify for insurance coverage of excision of an abdominal pannus (removal of hanging abdominal skin).As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Liposuction is almost always considered "cosmetic" with no medical indication.  That means it will not improve your function, just your appearance.  Medicaid will not pay for cosmetic procedures.

It is not only a Medicaid  answer . None  of the commercial insurance carriers pay for removal of fat or excess skin that is considered cosmetic  rather than medically necessary.   These are self-pay procedures

Thank you for sharing your question.  Unfortunately liposuction is not a covered procedure by Medicaid as it is considered not medically necessary.  As a result you would have to pay for treatment on a cash basis.  Hope this helps.

Insurance companies do not pay for liposuction as it is not a medically necessary procedure. You may be able to make payments for liposuction by getting a medical credit card or loan. Please ask the surgeon's office if they offer Care Credit or other financing company. 

Liposuction to remove fat from your stomach would very likely not be paid by Medicaid.  Stomach liposuction is considered cosmetic in nature and not a medical benefit.

Unfortunately, Medicaid and most all insurance companies will not cover cosmetic surgery being that it is a elective surgery. Some insurance companies will cover if proven medically necessary.  There are several financing options to go about having cosmetic surgery.

Medicaid will not pay for fat removal, nor will any other insurance. Medical insurance will only pay for things that are medically necessary. 

Medicaid, and all other health carriers, help cover expenses for treatment of trauma and disease. They do not consider fat on your stomach or thighs to meet those standards.