I have pain above the belly button and burning and stinging also my stitches has opened up, I had inner stitches (dissolving) and then they used super glue on the outside to hold it together
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Congratulations on being approved for the surgery. Anthem Blue Cross should have an on-line directory of plastic surgeons who are participating physicians. If you are unable to find it on the internet, call the Anthem Blue Cross office. Check that list against the listing for your city of the ...
Only the PS you have selected for your panniculectomy can answer these questions as he/she has examined you and knows your medical history. Discuss your concerns about pain medication, scar length, and recovery times with him/her.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
Thank you for your question. Insurance can sometimes pose difficult challenges for both patient and provider. I (among many others) personally have qualifications for both general surgery and plastic surgery. I would be happy to work with you to find a solution...