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Tummy Tuck Jean
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Question: How can i get my insurance to cover a tummy tuck?
i've lost 73 pounds in the last year and a half....i have lots of
flabby skin on my upper and lower stomach (not to mention my breasts
and thighs and buttocks). anyway, it really bothers me because i feel
i still look "fat" with all the skin that hangs over my jeans. my pants
are NOT too small...they fit great--it's just that the extra skin has to
hang somewhere and it's all around my waistline. i can't afford a tummy
tuck but i want one...is there a way to get it if my stomach skin-hanging
is mentally traumatic for me?
Answer: most insurance companies will not cover elective or cosmetic surgeries,
they don't give two hoots how it impacts your mental status. Suggest you
start saving your money, and congratulations on the weight loss.
Tummy tuck is considered cosmetic. Cosmetic procedures are not covered unless
is medically necessary. You must be able to provide all necessary documentation
and have it pre-approved before the procedure. I doubt that it will be approved.
No tummy tuck is considered cosmetic surgery. Unless you were super morbidly
obese and doctors gave a medical reason for the skin removal. like your life
was at risk. But I seriously doubt that will happen in your case. You may be
able to obtain financing with a company the surgeon may recommend. Other than
that I would suggest saving your money.
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