Hello, I had my lap band Sept 14. Thinking way ahead...did any of you get your tummy tuck approved by insurance? If so, how? Thanks!

Hello, I had my lap band Sept 14. Thinking way ahead...did any of you get your tummy tuck approved by insurance? If so, how? Thanks!

Most, if not all, insurances do not cover cosmetic surgery of any kind unless infections are the reason behind it. If you are prone to infections be sure to keep a journal of what you did each time and go to your PCP each time. There are probably other issues that are paid for, but as a general rule no.

Good luck! More power to you if you can get it approved...1

Melinda

I just had my plastic surgery consult yesterday. I am having a terrible time with rashes under my tummy. The PS said that if the insurance were to pay for anything it would be a panniculectomy (removal of the hanging skin) but not a full TT (where they would tighten the whole abdomen and suture the abdominal muscles for a tighter appearance). So now my PCP, dermatologist and PS are going to submit info to my insurance company for approval. I have a years worth of paper trail and now photos. My PS said it was good that I had a "rip roarin' rash" because that is what insurance wants to see. It may take a few weeks for approval so I am pretty anxious.

Good luck and congrats on your new life with the band!

Katie

I just had my plastic surgery consult yesterday. I am having a terrible time with rashes under my tummy. The PS said that if the insurance were to pay for anything it would be a panniculectomy (removal of the hanging skin) but not a full TT (where they would tighten the whole abdomen and suture the abdominal muscles for a tighter appearance). So now my PCP, dermatologist and PS are going to submit info to my insurance company for approval. I have a years worth of paper trail and now photos. My PS said it was good that I had a "rip roarin' rash" because that is what insurance wants to see. It may take a few weeks for approval so I am pretty anxious.

Good luck and congrats on your new life with the band!

Katie

Katie:

If you have trouble getting approval ask Dr. G. if he can look at the letter that Arthur wrote that helped me get approved. Of course there were very embarassing pictures involved too, but it was worth it for the cost savings.

I hope you liked Dr. H. I think she's great and very personable. She has a good bedside manner too.

Best wishes for a quick approval for you.

Take care.

Sue