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9 month update+ pics added

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Hey ladies! I got a TT in December, and now...

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2Legit2QuitJanuary 25, 2012
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Hey ladies! I got a TT in December, and now I'm scheduled to get a reduction on March 15. I haven't gotten an approval letter from my insurance yet and that makes me nervous. I got all of my documentation fom my chiropractor and all. I was wondering if anyone it there got approved with only 350 grams removed. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Iowa71
January 28, 2012
Welcome to RealSelf. I have BCBS of Iowa and was approved in about 2 weeks. I had 450+ grams removed from each breast. What size are you starting at and what are you hoping to achieve?
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2Legit2Quit
January 29, 2012
Thank you for answering! I'm a 36 DDD. I guess that would put me at a 36D. I just keep reading that insurance companies require removing 500 grams. I guess your reply proved otherwise! Yay! I called bcbs and they hadn't received my paperwork yet. I will call again this week.
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darkandlovely
January 30, 2012
@3legit I believe the minimum amount of grams to be removed is based on your height and weight (schnuers scale) it doesnt have to be the 5oo grams ... Have you called bcbs to get the details on requirements to have it covered with your specific plan?
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2Legit2Quit
January 30, 2012
I actually did call them, but they told me that it varies based on individuals. They apparently have their own set of doctors that review the claims. Other than getting more than 350 grams removed, I meet the criteria. I have the shoulder grooves, back and neck issues etc. I have to admit that I really don't want to have any more surgeries, so if I get declined, I am just going to live with it... sigh... Thanks for responding by the way.
UPDATED FROM 2Legit2Quit
1 month pre

Whoooo- hooooooo! I got my letter from insurance...

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2Legit2QuitFebruary 4, 2012
Whoooo- hooooooo! I got my letter from insurance today and was approved! I am so ecstatic. I thought I would have a hard time with approval because I'm getting 350 grams from the left and 300 from the right. I will upload pics shortly!

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Kimmers25
February 5, 2012

Hurray!!!  Congratulations.  I am very happy for you:)

Iowa71
February 6, 2012
WooHoo!
UPDATED FROM 2Legit2Quit
30 days pre

I have a month and 2 days to wait for my breast...

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2Legit2QuitFebruary 13, 2012
I have a month and 2 days to wait for my breast reduction. I decided to upload a pic of my 36DDDs.

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darkandlovely
February 13, 2012
YIPPEEE!!! Congratulations on your approval.. Who do u have for insurance? I go to my first consultation on Friday, Keep me in your prayers for approval once I decide on the PS :-). May I ask what is your height and weight?
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2Legit2Quit
February 13, 2012
Thank you! I am 5'8 and 168. According to that schnur scale thing, I shouldn't be able to have it done. I have BCBS of Tx and United Health Care. I got approved with 300 on the right and 350 on the left. How much did they want to remove for you?
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darkandlovely
February 13, 2012
According to the scale a minimum of 370 grams will need to be removed for them to cover it. I will find out how much my PS says he recommends removing when I go to my consult on Friday..Did your PS say what size that would leave u at?
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2Legit2Quit
February 13, 2012
350 would leave me at a large C or small D. Still a good size. What are you hoping for?
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Vivalv66
February 13, 2012
They did not do my height or weight. I think the ins approved it with the pictures and doc notes.
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2Legit2Quit
February 13, 2012
I think the pictures make the world of difference too!
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darkandlovely
February 14, 2012
Viva, Who do u have insurance with?
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Vivalv66
February 14, 2012
Sound Health (First Choice)
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Vivalv66
February 14, 2012
They also approved me to have surgery at the Drs office and not at the hospital. Which I guess is a good thing as far as my PS is concerned.
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darkandlovely
February 14, 2012
I am hoping to be a Small C or even a large B Cup. I am ready to get rid of all this extra load I am carrying on my chest.
iwalktheline
February 14, 2012
i got a referral from my Primay Doc stating I needed a BR. when i went to the PS he said "oh no, you will be flat as a board if i remove what the insurance wants. what you need is a breast lift" i was sooo disappointed. my breasts are so heavy and out of proportion with my body. i just don't get it, I am a 36 DD. I think I will try another doc
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Vivalv66
February 14, 2012
I would definitely get a second opinion. Can't hurt.
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2Legit2Quit
February 14, 2012
I went to a doc That said the same thing. It turned out that he didn't want to deal with insurance.
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darkandlovely
March 2, 2012
@2legit, can u post a side pic of ur breasts? I was wondering if yours were more dense than mines.,
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