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First off, I'd like to thank everyone who has...
First off, I'd like to thank everyone who has written a review on RealSelf, they've helped me immensely. About me: I'm 18 (recently graduated), 5'7" and 155lbs. Like most of you, I "bloomed" early at 11yrs old, in a few months I went from an A cup to a DD; and I've been growing (and suffering) ever since. I'm now a 32H, with chronic back pain, poor self esteem and limited social life. I go to a chiropractor twice a month and have gone to physical therapy multiple times. I also recently found out that large breasts can cause migraines; which I've suffered from for many years.
I've wanted this surgery since I was 15, and I took the plunge a week after my 18th birthday to make an appointment with my GP on November 2nd. I went in and she examined my breast and put in a referral for a plastic surgeon. She was very neutral about it, but she's pretty much always neutral about everything. I have Kaiser insurance in southern California, and it's always been sub par, at best.
About a week later I got the referral in the mail. It gave me an appointment with Dr Freeman on December 2nd. I went in and was showed to a room by a nurse who took a picture of my face and started my file. She then gave me a paper gown to put on and told me the doc was going to be there soon.
I waited about 30 min. before the doc came in. He finished off the questions for my file, and then examined my breasts. He agreed I was suffering from breast hypertrophy and, after I covered up, he explained the procedure and possible risks. He answered all my (many) questions patiently, and seemed very positive my insurance would cover the reduction. He said I would probably end up as a small C to a D, to match my frame, which is just what I was hoping for. I was then taken to a different room for pictures of my breasts and was allowed to get dressed after.
The nurse then lead me to set up a surgery date. I was at the end of my deductible, so I requested something before the end of the year. I didn't have much hope for that, but she was surprisingly able to squeeze me in on December 9th (one week!). She gave me a number to call and set an appointment to pre register at the hospital and told me she would call within 3 days to let me know if my insurance approved or not. Every one there was so friendly and professional, they made sure I never felt uncomfortable or rushed. It was definitely a step up from my usual experience with Kaiser. Total appointment time: 1hr 30min.
I pre registered today (Dec. 4th), just filled out a bunch of forms and had some blood drawn. While I was there, I got the news that my insurance approved the surgery! I was so happy, I couldn't believe it! That cut my cost down from $7,000 to about $600. The nurse gave me the rundown on what to do and what not to do, and what would happen the day of the surgery. It was all pretty straight forward, I was in and out in 45min.
I am so surprised at how quickly and easily everything is going. I was dreading fighting with my insurance and 3+ months of waiting for a surgery date. It's all been wonderful, and I'm trying not to look a gift horse in the mouth. I am incredibly nervous (it's all happening so fast!), but I'm even more excited. If anyone could give me some advice, quick tips, or even some simple encouragement, I'd really appreciate it.
I've wanted this surgery since I was 15, and I took the plunge a week after my 18th birthday to make an appointment with my GP on November 2nd. I went in and she examined my breast and put in a referral for a plastic surgeon. She was very neutral about it, but she's pretty much always neutral about everything. I have Kaiser insurance in southern California, and it's always been sub par, at best.
About a week later I got the referral in the mail. It gave me an appointment with Dr Freeman on December 2nd. I went in and was showed to a room by a nurse who took a picture of my face and started my file. She then gave me a paper gown to put on and told me the doc was going to be there soon.
I waited about 30 min. before the doc came in. He finished off the questions for my file, and then examined my breasts. He agreed I was suffering from breast hypertrophy and, after I covered up, he explained the procedure and possible risks. He answered all my (many) questions patiently, and seemed very positive my insurance would cover the reduction. He said I would probably end up as a small C to a D, to match my frame, which is just what I was hoping for. I was then taken to a different room for pictures of my breasts and was allowed to get dressed after.
The nurse then lead me to set up a surgery date. I was at the end of my deductible, so I requested something before the end of the year. I didn't have much hope for that, but she was surprisingly able to squeeze me in on December 9th (one week!). She gave me a number to call and set an appointment to pre register at the hospital and told me she would call within 3 days to let me know if my insurance approved or not. Every one there was so friendly and professional, they made sure I never felt uncomfortable or rushed. It was definitely a step up from my usual experience with Kaiser. Total appointment time: 1hr 30min.
I pre registered today (Dec. 4th), just filled out a bunch of forms and had some blood drawn. While I was there, I got the news that my insurance approved the surgery! I was so happy, I couldn't believe it! That cut my cost down from $7,000 to about $600. The nurse gave me the rundown on what to do and what not to do, and what would happen the day of the surgery. It was all pretty straight forward, I was in and out in 45min.
I am so surprised at how quickly and easily everything is going. I was dreading fighting with my insurance and 3+ months of waiting for a surgery date. It's all been wonderful, and I'm trying not to look a gift horse in the mouth. I am incredibly nervous (it's all happening so fast!), but I'm even more excited. If anyone could give me some advice, quick tips, or even some simple encouragement, I'd really appreciate it.
Provider Review
Dr. Michael Brandon Freeman
Every one there was so friendly and professional, they made sure I never felt uncomfortable or rushed. Dr Freeman answered all my (many) questions patiently. So far, he seems like a great choice.