POSTED UNDER Breast Reduction REVIEWS
22 Years Old , One Child ; best decision I've ever made
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Okay ladies I am starting a new review because I...
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Okay ladies I am starting a new review because I could not change my doctor on the old one. In my original review I had started 2 years ago trying to get a breast reduction and was denied by Anthem BlueCross BlueShield. Fast forward to May of 2015 I decided to do the breast reduction again and pay out of pocket. I called the last Doctor that I had a consultation with and decided that I would pay him 4500 cash to perform the surgery. I came up with the money and then had second thoughts about giving all of that money when I could just try the fight with insurance again ; needless to say either way it was going to get done . At this time (September of 2015) I did not have insurance but knew that since I lost coverage through my job that I qualified for special enrollment so I did my research and decided on BlueChoice HealthPlan of SC (Obama care) on September 30th and my coverage went into effect on October 1st . That same day I called Dr. Peter Haines office at Healing waters and scheduled a consultation . The lady told me I would need some proof of pain as well as a letter from my self saying why I should have the surgery . I immediately got off the phone with her and called a family practice and scheduled an appointment . When I went to the dr I complained about back neck and shoulder pain . She did an exam and said breast reduction was in my best interest . She wrote some notes and said that she would fax it to my doctor on the day of my appointment . I began to type my letter and spilled my heart out about how I can't play with my son or exercise . Printed that out and signed it & I called my obgyn from 2 years ago when I initially was trying to get approved and she sent me the notes from that visit . I was pretty confident in my documentation but knew that the pictures would help out too . Come October 15th my consultation comes and I present my documentation and they take picture . I must say Dr. Haines is amazing ! He talked so gentle and joked with me and was so kind . They told me I had a good chance of being approved and he was anticipating about 800 grams from each breast (I'm a 36G/H cup). So I waited for them to submit to insurance . Fast forward to yesterday 10/23/15 I got w phone call from the Drs office and they got authorization to do my surgery . I cried and asked if we could set a date 11/24 2 days before thanksgiving and I am blessed ! I will continue to update you guys on my journey and have attached the pictures from my other review !
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November 1, 2015
Hi Courtney I'm having my BR the same date as you

November 2, 2015
I know it's crazy I'm in the UK so we'll be on different times I'm admitted at 7:30am... I'm a 34gg can't I imagine how life will be free of these boobies x
November 2, 2015
Trying to figure out how to post my pictures from my iPhone I'll log on my laptop tomorrow to upload my before pics.... It's exciting and scary yay new year new boobs x

November 2, 2015
I'm excited too ! Don't know what time my surgery will be as hospital is supposed to let me know but as long as it's getting done I think I will be okay lol.
November 25, 2015
So happy for you - thinking of you now and hoping all goes well. Please let us know. You are a warrior Goddess to persist and make this happen. I know you will be happier and healthier and you deserve that.
November 25, 2015
This is one of the best things you could have done for yourself. Be yiu did it in good time too. I waited 20 years to finally get rid of my boobs. It was 20 years that was too long. I wish I did it sooner.
So happy for you and your lovely results.
I had mine done 3 months ago at age 50. Really can't tell why it took me that long.
So happy for you and your lovely results.
I had mine done 3 months ago at age 50. Really can't tell why it took me that long.
UPDATED FROM Courtney12142
27 days pre
So anxious
What are you ladies doing to fight the anxiety ? My surgery is in exactly 4 weeks from today 2 days before thanksgiving and I CANT take it lol ! I've waited for almost 3 years so I guess this won't kill me . Hubby is having surgery on his knee tomorrow so I guess I will be busy with taking care of him but goodness I can't wait to be a part of the IBTC !
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October 28, 2015
I got my approval today. My surgery will be 11/30. I wear a J/K cup. And am wanting to be a dull D. I am having cold feet. Nervous. I've never had a small chest so that will be weird for me. And I hate surgery. Even though I've had alot. 3 csections. Tubligation..Tubal Reversal..Gallbladder..Tummy Tuck. Yep still hate them. But since insurance approved it the first visit I don't want to put it off.

October 28, 2015
I feel you! My surgery is scheduled for Dec 3 and I'm literally counting down the hours lol. I dream about it often and I can't stop researching the surgery and my doctor. I'm just ready to get this done. I'm trying to pre occupy myself by working out and setting a weight loss goal so I have something else to look forward to. Small perky breast is coming I just need to be patient! Definitely will be following your story good luck :)

November 14, 2015
its scary but what choice do with have ladies... It's horrible having massive boobs, back ache and never looking slim even when we are as we're over shadowed by our boobs... I'm a anxious person so I do take medication when I get really bad... Speak to your doctor and see if he can suggest anything or try holistic therapy like massage etc xxxx good luck
November 25, 2015
You fought the good fight and won!!! You go girl!!!!

UPDATED FROM Courtney12142
23 days pre
Almost 3 weeks til surgery
Just checking in ! I got a new job after being unemployed for a few weeks and I actually got 2 job offers one to start next week and the other one about 1 1/2 weeks after my surgery which will work out terrific ! I'm so excited guys ! My fiancé just had knee surgery & ive been passing time taking care of him so that he can be able to take care of me ;) . Our 4 year old son knows that we both were going to be getting surgery & he asked me after my fiancé got his "what are they going to do to your knee mommy?" Lol
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November 4, 2015
Congrats on the new job! Best wishes to you and your fiance.

Congratulations on the approval and great news. I am happy for you and will be excited to watch your journey taking place.