Reduction of the Female Breast-Part II: Obtaining Insurance Coverage for Reduction Mammaplasty
By Dr. Bethanne Snodgrass--Sylvania, Ohio
Thursday, January 03, 2013
As I explained in my previous post, large breasts (macromastia) can cause physical problems that interfere with a woman’s daily functioning. If you are considering breast reduction surgery, first read your insurance policy. If your insurer lists reduction mammaplasty as a policy exclusion, you may not even get coverage for a consultation to discuss whether surgery is appropriate for your symptoms.
Female Breast Reduction: When Less is More
By Dr. Bethanne Snodgrass--Sylvania, Ohio
Friday, November 09, 2012
One of the most commonly requested and most predictably successful plastic surgery procedures is female breast reduction. Many women suffer from symptoms caused by the weight of their breasts. Unfortunately, non-surgical treatments often provide little or no relief.
