Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Has anyone had insurance cover plastics?



Recommended Posts

I have heard that insurance will cover some skin removal procedures if there were medical complications due to the excess skin, but havent actually known anyone with first hand knowledge.

Has anyone else see insurance cover it?

HW 385 SW 359 Sleeved 10/5/16

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I knew someone that developed really bad boils and skin infections due to hanging skin, had it tucked and was covered by the insurance, but they developed a history of issues pertaining to it. I'd imagine if it leads to chronic issues, then you might be able to get it covered.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I have been told that my insurance, Cigna, covers it. I haven't looked into it though.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I actually just had mine done on Wednesday. I had a penniculectomy for the apron removal as it was causing nasty rashing and blistering. My insurance paid for it 9 months post-op and would have paid for it at 18 months without the problems. The pain now is comparable to that of the sleeve, and this time I was given drains (yay...). They removed a total of 6 1/2 pounds just from this procedure, and once the swelling goes down, it'll be a little more. I think the relocation of the belly-button hurts more than the staples or incisions for the drains.

I have Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and even the new insurance with work, United Health, they would have covered it as soon as March.

However because it was within the same year, that meant I didn't have to pay another deductible.

Good luck to those who want to go for it. Highly recommend watching a video or two first to know what you're getting into.

Sent from my iPhone

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×