Common for Insurance to Cover Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty procedure is a cosmetic procedure and not covered by insurance. A panniculectomy is removal of the fat and skin in the lower abdomen without the tightening of the muscles. This may be covered by insurance but it is usually approved for patients with large lower abdominal pannus with skin issues such as rashed and infections.

Unfortunately, insurance does not cover a tummy tuck. Occasionally with documentation of recurrent infection they will pay for a panniculectomy (simply removing loose skin).#tt#tummytuck

It is unusual for insurance companies to cover a tummy tuck, because it is considered cosmetic. However some insurance companies will cover a panniculectomy, to address very large amounts of loose abdominal skin. You might check to see if any of your local plastic surgeons offer a financing plan. Good luck!

Tummy Tuck is a cosmetic surgery and is not covered by insurance.There are 3 types of tummy tuck's. Mini-tummy tuck, Regular and Extended. The cost of a tummy tuck depending on which type of tummy tuck you will need. Duration of surgery: 2-4 hours depending on the amount of liposuction. In my technique the scar is placed extremely low, approximately 7 cm from the vaginal crease within the bikini line. The belly botton scar is "inny". Muscles are tightened in midline, liposuction of the lower lateral aspect of the abdomen, along with the upper abdomen and flanks to improve the contour. A pain pump in inserted to control the pain for the first 48 hours and reduce the amount of narcotics taken. Anesthesia: General by a board certified anesthesiologist in an accredited surgical facility or hospital settingRecovery after Tummy Tuck:about 3 hours in the recovery room2-3 days in hunched over position. Surgical discomfort is controlled with pain pump and pain meds.10-14 days back to the activities of daily living4-6 weeks normal exerciseFinancing available through CareCredit

You will have to consult your insurance provider to find out if your tummy tuck is covered. However, in general, the answer would be no unless it would resolve a physical impairment directly caused by excess skin in the area you want to target, and a tummy tuck is proven to be the most suitable treatment for you.However, you may be able to still cover your surgery with financing. Payments can be as little as a couple hundred dollars a month.

Hello! Thank you for your question! Surgical procedures for aesthetic
purposes, to improve appearance, are not covered by insurance.
Typically, these as well as complications resulting from such procedures
are the responsibility of the patient. Procedures that are meant to
correct functional issues and those which cause health-related issues
should be covered by your insurance as a medical necessity, with proper
examination and documentation. Some insurance plans have exclusion
criteria for certain procedures. Also, it is an obligation of the
surgeon not to attempt to authorize purely cosmetic procedures through
insurance.  Typically this is a cosmetic procedure and should not be covered.  Discuss your issues and
complaints with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss these as
well as to examine and assist you in deciding which procedure(s) will be
the best for you. A discussion of the advantages and disadvantages will
take place along with the risks and benefits. Certainly, pay in advance prior to your surgical procedure and options
such as financing are available if you qualify. Hope that this helps!
Best wishes!