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I've been working pretty diligently to get...
I've been working pretty diligently to get approved through insurance and it finally has been. In just a few more days I will have my surgery on July 8. I am equally scared and excited but looking forward to the relief to my neck and back. Having clothes fit me better will be a definite plus. I am 42 years old, 5' tall, 130 lbs, up to a 34G (sometimes an H).
Years ago I though about this but it wasn't until last July that I actually went for some consultations and tried to get insurance to cover it. They denied me the first time (Horizon BCBS) but told me what I needed. I had to show documentation, actual notes from office visits, for at least 6 months showing that I am doing some type of conservative therapy. I met with a wonderful orthopedic who wrote a letter and took x-rays, I attended my chiropractor 2-3 times per week for 8+ months, plus had office notes from both my gynecologist and general practioner stating that I was wearing support bras, taking ibuprofen and using heating pads with no relief. I visited them about every two or three months. The real tough one was that Horizon wanted the actual notes from the visits. This meant a lot of work for the doctors but each were willing to help me out. (one of them not so helpful, he didn't want me to receive copies of my office visits and he procrastinated). Finally, Horizon sent the surgeon the approval. I never received any notification though! All in all, it will never be totally covered for me as I have an 80/20 coverage for out of network. Even though my Dr. ended up being in network, which is great, the surgical center is not and not sure how much I will have to pay after Horizon pays their 'reasonable' amount. I did have to put down a $4500 deposit, but hey, I'm worth it!
Then the tough part came, quitting smoking. I thought about continuing to smoke throughout my surgery and after, but just not let anyone know. After much research, I realized I would be an idiot to continue smoking. I was able to quit cold turkey during both pregnancies but I couldn't quit for myself! Even with the e-cig, nicotine gum and patches. I tried it all. The patches worked the best but I needed to be off nicotine, not just smoking. I was so bummed but I talked to my gynecologist and prescribed Chantix. Awesome stuff! My husband still smokes (no where around me) but with Chantix it is WAY easier to fight the cravings, what little cravings there are! So now I've been nicotine free since June 18th. I wish it was sooner but it was probably the toughest thing I ever tried to do.
Then I had to find front closing sports bra! Ugh! I ended up ordering some from Sears and Walmart because of the cheap/free shipping. None of them seemed comfortable at all. I wish my surgeon was giving me a surgical bra, that would make my life tons easier! I don't even know if they will work because I am not exactly sure what size I am going down to, but they really do seem too uncomfortable. Could be because I basically don't fit into them right now.
I guess that is enough information for now. If I think of any other tidbit of info that may help or inform others during this process I will add it.
3 more days!
So now I am tying up loose ends, getting food shopping done, cleaning the house, etc... so that I may be completely lazy and recouping without any worries.
Years ago I though about this but it wasn't until last July that I actually went for some consultations and tried to get insurance to cover it. They denied me the first time (Horizon BCBS) but told me what I needed. I had to show documentation, actual notes from office visits, for at least 6 months showing that I am doing some type of conservative therapy. I met with a wonderful orthopedic who wrote a letter and took x-rays, I attended my chiropractor 2-3 times per week for 8+ months, plus had office notes from both my gynecologist and general practioner stating that I was wearing support bras, taking ibuprofen and using heating pads with no relief. I visited them about every two or three months. The real tough one was that Horizon wanted the actual notes from the visits. This meant a lot of work for the doctors but each were willing to help me out. (one of them not so helpful, he didn't want me to receive copies of my office visits and he procrastinated). Finally, Horizon sent the surgeon the approval. I never received any notification though! All in all, it will never be totally covered for me as I have an 80/20 coverage for out of network. Even though my Dr. ended up being in network, which is great, the surgical center is not and not sure how much I will have to pay after Horizon pays their 'reasonable' amount. I did have to put down a $4500 deposit, but hey, I'm worth it!
Then the tough part came, quitting smoking. I thought about continuing to smoke throughout my surgery and after, but just not let anyone know. After much research, I realized I would be an idiot to continue smoking. I was able to quit cold turkey during both pregnancies but I couldn't quit for myself! Even with the e-cig, nicotine gum and patches. I tried it all. The patches worked the best but I needed to be off nicotine, not just smoking. I was so bummed but I talked to my gynecologist and prescribed Chantix. Awesome stuff! My husband still smokes (no where around me) but with Chantix it is WAY easier to fight the cravings, what little cravings there are! So now I've been nicotine free since June 18th. I wish it was sooner but it was probably the toughest thing I ever tried to do.
Then I had to find front closing sports bra! Ugh! I ended up ordering some from Sears and Walmart because of the cheap/free shipping. None of them seemed comfortable at all. I wish my surgeon was giving me a surgical bra, that would make my life tons easier! I don't even know if they will work because I am not exactly sure what size I am going down to, but they really do seem too uncomfortable. Could be because I basically don't fit into them right now.
I guess that is enough information for now. If I think of any other tidbit of info that may help or inform others during this process I will add it.
3 more days!
So now I am tying up loose ends, getting food shopping done, cleaning the house, etc... so that I may be completely lazy and recouping without any worries.
Done!
The surgery was the easy part for me at least. Every person I encountered , receptionist, two nurses, anesthesiologist and especially my surgeon were more than comforting. I felt so relaxed because of how kind they all were. Then I woke up and went home! I am in definite pain even with the pain pills and having a bit if a hard time breathing with shorter breathes but I am sure I will feel better tomorrow. I will write more details tomorrow since I am attempting to write this from my phone.
2 days post op
It's been about 47 hours since I got out of surgery. The pain is still pretty intense when the pain pills wear off but I am walking around the house and doing little things. I keep hunching my shoulders though, expecting to feel the weight and it's not there! There is such a free-feeling about it, literal weight off the shoulders. Emotionally it was a bit tough today cause I was able to take a shower and get a good look. They looked so small! I was quite sad by my husband was right there to let me know they look 'normal'. Previously they were only a few inches from my belly button so it is a huge change. I expected everything to look horrible but the nipples are pink and all looks pretty good. I am swollen, and I feel like it looks a little manly because of the swollenness but after looking at pictures on here I see that's normal for the first few days post op.
I highly recommend someone help with the shower, I really don't know how I would've been able to shampoo my hair and get my back, especially without getting the sutures wet in the front. They got slightly damp but I just dabbed with a towel.
So far so good, I really hope everything stays this good!
I highly recommend someone help with the shower, I really don't know how I would've been able to shampoo my hair and get my back, especially without getting the sutures wet in the front. They got slightly damp but I just dabbed with a towel.
So far so good, I really hope everything stays this good!
Provider Review
Dr. Cuber performed a breat reduction on my July of 2013. I am not exaggerating when I say I visited 8 other plastic surgeons. Many were highly recommended, one was even on Oprah years back (he turned out to be quite arrogant and acted as though I bored him). When I first met Dr. Cuber I was comfortable immediately because of his attentiveness to my questions and thoughts. He is very thorough during the office visits and the prep before surgery. At a time I should have been freaking out (minutes before the surgery), he was very patient and kind which helped me to relax. I actually commented to the girls at the front desk that I feel comfortable putting my life in his hands! Dramatic, I know, but he makes you feel that comfortable. I can't say enough about him as a surgeon. Maria the office manager is pushy and arrogant, just don't let her discourage you. She almost made me want to walk out. All the others are phenomenal to work with.