I recently got approved for septoplasty and was told that my insurance will cover it. I also want rhinoplasty, do I have to get it done by the surgeon I was referred too or can I choose my own?
June 26, 2016
Answer: Prior authorization for septoplasty In our practice, we pre-authorize all septoplasty procedures with patient's medical insurance, even if they've had prior authorization by another surgeon. The pre--authorization follows the surgeon, not the patient. Choose the surgeon that you would like to have perform both procedures and then have that surgeon do the pre-authorization for medically related septoplasty, after the consultation and examination has been performed. Medical necessity must be documented at this time. Anticipate paying for the cosmetic component yourself. In addition, there will be co-pays and deductibles applied to the insurance/ septoplasty component, so be prepared for that as well
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June 26, 2016
Answer: Prior authorization for septoplasty In our practice, we pre-authorize all septoplasty procedures with patient's medical insurance, even if they've had prior authorization by another surgeon. The pre--authorization follows the surgeon, not the patient. Choose the surgeon that you would like to have perform both procedures and then have that surgeon do the pre-authorization for medically related septoplasty, after the consultation and examination has been performed. Medical necessity must be documented at this time. Anticipate paying for the cosmetic component yourself. In addition, there will be co-pays and deductibles applied to the insurance/ septoplasty component, so be prepared for that as well
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June 27, 2016
Answer: I need septoplasty but want also a rhinoplasty If your surgeon is experienced in cosmetic rhinoplasty he may perform both procedures. If not, you may see a surgeon in your community who is experienced in both.
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June 27, 2016
Answer: I need septoplasty but want also a rhinoplasty If your surgeon is experienced in cosmetic rhinoplasty he may perform both procedures. If not, you may see a surgeon in your community who is experienced in both.
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