Will OHIP cover some of the costs to correct fat necrosis after breast reduction 9 years ago?

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Hello, I had a significant breast reduction and revision in 2015, went from a H to a C which resulted in some bad scarring, loss of nipple sensation and quite a bit of fat necrosis in my right breast. (Doctor confirmed it was fat necrosis by multiple ultrasounds) I am looking to get the fat necrosis removed and perhaps a scar revision. What the procedure process would be on getting the fat necrosis removed since it is large in size and will OHIP cover some of the cost? Thanks in advance!

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.
Reach out to your insurance company to find out if this procedure is a covered benefit under your plan. Schedule a consultation with your plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You can check with OHIP to see what they will cover. However, most insurances do cover removal of fat necrosis, especially if the breast reduction was covered initially by insurance.

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