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Thank you for your question.   Please contact your local Medicare office.  They will tell you the Board Certified Plastic Surgeons that are on their panel.   I would then see the Plastic Surgeon.  They can submit the case and Medicare will determine if it is medically necessary.  If they determi...

Most insurance companies will not cover implant removal as it is a cosmetic procedure to start.  Some companies will cover removal only (not capsulectomy) if there is a documented silicone rupture on MRI.  Don't let an insurance company dictate what is right for you.  Good luck.

With the old polyurethanes, the whole capsule should come out. The product is in the capsule itself and you will have recurrent contracture with your new implants if the PS does not remove the capsule as well. That being said, make sure your PS is very experienced with capsulectomy (doesn't have...

Due to the short amount of time your implants have been in place and the conservative size of your implants, you can anticipate that you may still retain an acceptable shape after surgery.  I recommend speaking with a board certified plastic surgeon near you.  An examination of the tissues is n...

Typically removal of breast implants that were placed for cosmetic reasons is not covered by insurance.  As plans may vary it is always best to contact your carrier for the details of your particular plan.

It is difficult to predict the appearance after implant removal, although usually a breast lift is recommended to take in the excess stretched skin and to avoid that "deflated" look.Always check with your board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person exam.  Hope this is helpful, best of luck!