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30 Years Old 2 Children and Ready for Smaller Breasts!!!! - Newark, DE
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Since having my children my breast have gotten...
Since having my children my breast have gotten bigger and have caused me to be uncomfortable in my own skin. I made a resolution to get my breast done amongst a few other things. I took the first step and had a consultation with Dr. MacRae. She was very nice explained the surgery and set expectations for the procedure. I was told that she could get around 500-600 cc from each breast. I was so excited and became very anxious while speaking with her. My insurance is through Aetna so my next step is to submit proof that I have had other ailments due to my large breast size. I was given forms for my PCP to recommend the surgery and I will be taking that to her within the next few weeks. I'm praying that Aetna approves this surgery and will keep you posted!!
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I thought I would add a few pictures to give an idea of my current size. Also, I have gotten records from my previous PCP and I am awaiting records from the Chiropractor. As soon as I get them I will take it to the PS for her to submit to Aetna. In the meantime I have been faithfully reading the journey's of others and becoming more excited to finally experience some relief!
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March 20, 2015
I have Aetna and they approved my surgery within 3 weeks of the request being submitted and covered almost all of my medical costs. Hope the same is true for you! I had about 4 pounds removed and can't even tell you how great I feel almost 5 months later. Good luck!
March 21, 2015
That's great, it gives me something to look forward to. Did you submit documents from your pcp and do physical therapy?
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A big let down :(
I called my PS office today and was told the received chart notes from my PCP and not a letter which was recommended. I then called my PCP office but they were closed early. I hope when I finally reach someone he can write a letter and recommend the breast reduction surgery. Does anyone have AETNA and got approved without a letter?
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March 27, 2015
I had Aetna and did not have a letter and my surgery was covered.
March 29, 2015
Thanks for letting me know. I'd hate to start this process all over again but my coordinator really has me worried, saying Aetna is one of the hardest companies to get coverage without documented proof for 3 months of pt, chiropractor visits, and a letter from my DR.
April 1, 2015
I had no PT, did see a chiropractor and massage therapist, and only saw my PCP in order to have it on record that I had seen them about the issue. I just had to say who I saw - am not sure anyone was even contacted for verification. I know the massage therapist was not contacted. My PS submitted my photos and paperwork and Aetna sent their approval about 3 weeks later. All bills were paid promptly and without complications. I am so grateful things went so smoothly! I hope you will be approved, too.
April 1, 2015
You give me great hope, I will call my PS in a few hours and ask if she can just submit what she has. The anxiety of this process is starting to get to me.
Please do keep us posted on everything. I am sending positive thoughts your way for a quick approval.