Hello All,

I am new to this forum, but I wanted to post this about Kaiser's option now for plastic surgery for WLS. I understand the copay is about $3,000, but well worth it for removing the "overhang." Here is a website explaining the differences between panniculectomy and abdominoplasty and what insurances will/may pay for based on the surgeon's coding. Check out your insurance options, especially if you have Kaiser. As a previous anesthesia manager there, I have seen several panniculectomies performed.

Suture for a Living: Panniculectomy vs Abdominoplasty

Thanks for the info. I just had to chime in becase I had Dr Tanaka as my surgeon. He is fantastic! You are in good hands. I know he may seem very "formal" at first, but he is really a very caring dr. I can't wait to follow your progress and compare Dr notes... Blessings to you!

I was at one of my follow up visits yesterday (8 mos post op) and I asked about this very procedure. I was told they absolutely will recommend a panniculectomy procedure if it's been at least one year post op and the belly must hang at least 1/2 way past the pubic area. I'm excited to hear this, but nervous that it's not a very attractive end result, like a tummy tuck. Did you happen to see many "after" patients that had this done? I guess I shouldn't be picky, I would just be so glad to have it removed!

I was at one of my follow up visits yesterday (8 mos post op) and I asked about this very procedure. I was told they absolutely will recommend a panniculectomy procedure if it's been at least one year post op and the belly must hang at least 1/2 way past the pubic area. I'm excited to hear this, but nervous that it's not a very attractive end result, like a tummy tuck. Did you happen to see many "after" patients that had this done? I guess I shouldn't be picky, I would just be so glad to have it removed!

So how did your appointment go :scared0:???

So MB20, can you pay the difference in the cost of the pan and the tummy tuck?

Hello

Although Dr. Taller was my surgeon, Dr. Tanaka released me to go home, because my surgeon was in emergency surgery. You are correct about Dr. Tanaka. He comes off as no-nonsense, but is very funny and cares about the patient. Dr. Taller is the best also. Very informative and a cutie, LOL.

Thanks for the info. I just had to chime in becase I had Dr Tanaka as my surgeon. He is fantastic! You are in good hands. I know he may seem very "formal" at first, but he is really a very caring dr. I can't wait to follow your progress and compare Dr notes... Blessings to you!

Hello

Although Dr. Taller was my surgeon, Dr. Tanaka released me to go home, because my surgeon was in emergency surgery. You are correct about Dr. Tanaka. He comes off as no-nonsense, but is very funny and cares about the patient. Dr. Taller is the best also. Very informative and a cutie, LOL.

Thanks for the info. I just had to chime in becase I had Dr Tanaka as my surgeon. He is fantastic! You are in good hands. I know he may seem very "formal" at first, but he is really a very caring dr. I can't wait to follow your progress and compare Dr notes... Blessings to you!

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Hello! I just stumbled on your post, how are you? Im happy to find one of dr. Tanakas patients here! He will be removing my band and bypassing me ( surgery dates tba) how are you doing now?