My current bra size is 38H (UK)/ 38J (US). I recently had a consult. The surgeon stated my “magic number” is 700 (grams? CC’s?) per side. I stated I think I would like to be a C/D. He stated he feels confident he can get it from my right side, but not my left. He said he would like to submit for 675 on the right and 500 on the left. Since it’s such a difference does this typically present an issue for insurance? Does being so lopsided hurt or help my chances? I’m nervous to know possibilities.
June 4, 2024
Answer: Reduction and insurance coverage Hi, Thank you for the question. Based on what you are describing, it does sound that you have large/heavy breasts causing physical symptoms, and breast reduction may be an option for you. However, it is difficult to tell without seeing the photos and/or in person consultation. Schnur Sliding Scale is a scale used by many insurance companies as a guideline for how much breast tissue should be removed in order to improve your physical symptoms. In addition, most insurances in order to approve the surgery, will require for 2-3 letters of medical necessity (from your chiropractor, primary doctor, OBGYN, Dermatologist, etc) demonstrating that your physical symptoms due to large breasts are not improving with conservative management. The goal of breast reduction surgery it to make the breasts smaller and lifted, but also proportionate with the rest of your body. It is reasonable to to expect full C/small D cup breast size after the breast reduction surgery. I suggest that you seek an in person consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon specializing in Breast Reduction surgeries to further discuss your options, specific techniques, concerns and expectations. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. I hope this helps. Best regards, Dr. Karanetz Dr. Irena Karanetz Breast Fellowship-Trained Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 4, 2024
Answer: Reduction and insurance coverage Hi, Thank you for the question. Based on what you are describing, it does sound that you have large/heavy breasts causing physical symptoms, and breast reduction may be an option for you. However, it is difficult to tell without seeing the photos and/or in person consultation. Schnur Sliding Scale is a scale used by many insurance companies as a guideline for how much breast tissue should be removed in order to improve your physical symptoms. In addition, most insurances in order to approve the surgery, will require for 2-3 letters of medical necessity (from your chiropractor, primary doctor, OBGYN, Dermatologist, etc) demonstrating that your physical symptoms due to large breasts are not improving with conservative management. The goal of breast reduction surgery it to make the breasts smaller and lifted, but also proportionate with the rest of your body. It is reasonable to to expect full C/small D cup breast size after the breast reduction surgery. I suggest that you seek an in person consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon specializing in Breast Reduction surgeries to further discuss your options, specific techniques, concerns and expectations. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. I hope this helps. Best regards, Dr. Karanetz Dr. Irena Karanetz Breast Fellowship-Trained Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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May 13, 2024
Answer: Insurance From your description it sounds like you are a good candidate for a breast reduction. Your surgeon will submit her/his findings and rationale to the insurance company for consideration. It is still a significant reduction. They may come back and ask for clarification or further information. There is no accurate way to predict if they will provide approval.
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May 13, 2024
Answer: Insurance From your description it sounds like you are a good candidate for a breast reduction. Your surgeon will submit her/his findings and rationale to the insurance company for consideration. It is still a significant reduction. They may come back and ask for clarification or further information. There is no accurate way to predict if they will provide approval.
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