How to Convince Insurance Company to Cover Tummy Tuck? I would suggest that you contact your Human Resources Department to advise you on your benefits. Best wishes! I would suggest that you contact your Human Resources Department to advise you on your benefits. Best wishes! They do cover panniculectomy(removal of overhanging skin) when the patient meets the criteria. Each insurance company has their own criteria so you should talk to them first. They will also cover hernia repair but not the tightening of the muscles or repair of diastasis recti. Many plastic surgeons feel it is a waste of time and money for them to check with the insurance company but as the person who is covered by the insurance company you certainly should check. Insurance companies do not cover tummy tucks, they are cosmetic. They do cover panniculectomy(removal of overhanging skin) when the patient meets the criteria. Each insurance company has their own criteria so you should talk to them first. They will also cover hernia repair but not the tightening of the muscles or repair of diastasis recti. Many plastic surgeons feel it is a waste of time and money for them to check with the insurance company but as the person who is covered by the insurance company you certainly should check. In my experience, I have never seen a tummy tuck be covered by insurance, for any reason. In my experience, I have never seen a tummy tuck be covered by insurance, for any reason. ![]() Many, many moons ago, this would occasionally happened, yes, but healthcare in our country has changed dramatically in the last decade and with the current state of affairs in our government regarding healthcare coverage, I can assure you, no provider is paying for cosmetic procedures. There are patients that have suffered horrific injuries causing life changing scarring and immobility that have to fight for even partial reimbursement for procedures that restore their quality of life. The benefits paid by insurance companies for reconstructive plastic surgery vary greatly from carrier to carrier and plan to plan. If you are hoping that your health insurance will pay for your cosmetic surgery, we recommend checking with them ahead of setting up your consultation. It's not your surgeon's role to help you get your insurance company to do anything. That is between you and them! Reviewed by Robin Blackstone, MD. Gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy) is quickly becoming an important option for many people who are considering weight loss surgery. Do I qualify for Weight Loss Surgery? Search Products. Find the right product for you. Adults; Children. ![]()
Many, many moons ago, this would occasionally happened, yes, but healthcare in our country has changed dramatically in the last decade and with the current state of affairs in our government regarding healthcare coverage, I can assure you, no provider is paying for cosmetic procedures. There are patients that have suffered horrific injuries causing life changing scarring and immobility that have to fight for even partial reimbursement for procedures that restore their quality of life. The benefits paid by insurance companies for reconstructive plastic surgery vary greatly from carrier to carrier and plan to plan. If you are hoping that your health insurance will pay for your cosmetic surgery, we recommend checking with them ahead of setting up your consultation. It's not your surgeon's role to help you get your insurance company to do anything. That is between you and them! They do occasionally cover a panniculectomy which is defined as removing the hanging skin below the belly button that can rub and get in the way of exercise. A panniculectomy is different from a tummy tuck in that there is not internal muscle or fascia tightening and there is no contouring or shaping of the upper part of abdomen above the belly button. There is specific criteria that needs to be met in order for your insurance company to approve a panniculectomy and unfortunately, this differs from one insurance company to another. Consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is recommended to see what options are available to you. Hope that helps!- Dr. Angelos. Insurance will not cover a tummy tuck as this is deemed cosmetic in nature. They do occasionally cover a panniculectomy which is defined as removing the hanging skin below the belly button that can rub and get in the way of exercise. A panniculectomy is different from a tummy tuck in that there is not internal muscle or fascia tightening and there is no contouring or shaping of the upper part of abdomen above the belly button. There is specific criteria that needs to be met in order for your insurance company to approve a panniculectomy and unfortunately, this differs from one insurance company to another. Consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is recommended to see what options are available to you. Hope that helps!- Dr. Angelos. Hi Tech. Thank you for your question and attached photo. BHi Tech. 58,Thank you for your question and attached photo. BThanks for your question. Unfortunately, insurance doesn't cover a tummy tuck. Insurance will cover a . A panniculectomy doesn't involve tightening of the abdominal muscles or moving or improving the belly button, which is done in a tummy tuck. Best wishes,Dr. Blagg. Austin, TXThanks for your question. Unfortunately, insurance doesn't cover a tummy tuck. Insurance will cover a . A panniculectomy doesn't involve tightening of the abdominal muscles or moving or improving the belly button, which is done in a tummy tuck. Best wishes,Dr. Blagg.
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