What to do for insurance coverage for tummy tuck and breast reduction?
I have spreaded since I had my daughter 3 years ago. I am a size D and my breasts get in the way. I also need a tummy tuck because my fat on my stomach gets stuck in the zipper of my pants. I have Amerigroup Medicaid insurance and I live in Maryland. I called to ask if they cover tummy tuck and breast reduction, and they said that it isn’t. I have no hope but to cut it myself because I am so depressed. Ever since I had her my self-esteem went down..I need help, these surgeries will make me feel so much better. Any idea on how I can get these procedures covered? Asked by Kim20099 on RealSelf.com A: Insurance will pay for some operations Kim, Many insurance plans will pay for certain operations for body contouring when medically necessary, such as: 1) BREAST REDUCTION 2) PANNICULECTOMY (removal of excess abdominal skin) 3) HERNIA REPAIR Most PPO, and POS plans and even Medicare will cover some of these operations. However, every insurance company has different requirements before they wi
