Table of Contents
- 1 How long does it take to hear back from insurance about breast reduction?
- 2 What qualifies for a breast reduction?
- 3 What does your BMI have to be for breast reduction?
- 4 How long does it take for insurance to approve a surgery?
- 5 When can I drive after breast reduction surgery?
- 6 How long do you have to sleep upright after breast reduction?
How long does it take to hear back from insurance about breast reduction?
On average, it takes between 3-6 months of preparation, including secondary consultations with other healthcare providers and possible therapy (physical therapy or chiropractics) to qualify for insurance coverage for breast reduction.
What qualifies for a breast reduction?
You have breasts that limit your physical activity. You experience back, neck and shoulder pain caused by the weight of your breasts. You have shoulder indentations from bra straps. You have skin irritation beneath the breast crease.
What does your BMI have to be for breast reduction?
Body mass index (BMI). Some insurance companies will deny breast reduction surgery unless the BMI is <30, others <35, while others need to see documentation that the patient has attempted to lose weight in the past through diet, exercise or weight loss surgery. This is because breast size may decrease with weight loss.
How many follow up appointments after breast reduction?
Follow-Up Appointments Your plastic surgeon will want to see you every one to two weeks for at least one month after your breast surgery. We will remove bandages and drains, if you have them, within the first week.
Does insurance cover breast reduction for back pain?
If you are a woman with large breasts and struggle with neck, shoulder or back pain, reduction surgery is an option. Unfortunately, this procedure is largely considered elective in nature, which means insurance companies will likely refuse to cover treatment.
How long does it take for insurance to approve a surgery?
The process of receiving approval for surgery from an insurance carrier can take from 1-30 days depending on the insurance carrier. Once insurance approval is received, your account is reviewed within our billing department. We require that all balances be paid in full before surgery is scheduled.
When can I drive after breast reduction surgery?
Most patients feel comfortable enough to drive after about one week from their breast reduction procedure. At this point the act of driving a vehicle and wearing a seatbelt across the chest is more comfortable. That said, you should avoid driving altogether until you have finished taking prescription pain medications.
How long do you have to sleep upright after breast reduction?
Kirby recommends her Fort Worth breast augmentation, breast lift, and breast reduction patients sleep on their backs for at least 8 to 12 weeks after surgery. Back sleeping has other benefits that make it worth a try even if your procedure is months down the road.