Question:
How can I get Healthnet to pay for my post-op plastic surgery?

How can I get Healthnet Insurance to pay for my post-op plastic surgery?... And does anyone know of a GREAT plastic surgeon in the Connecticut-New York area?    — gossypgyrl (posted on July 10, 2009)

July 10, 2009
From your question I surmise your insurance doesn't cover cosmetic (plastic) surgery. You need to find out if they cover it when it's a case of medical necessity. They should answer this question for you over the phone, or it may be in your insur handbook if you have one. I've heard a lot of insur companies will pay for a panniculectomy but not the tummy tuck part. Several people choose to have the TT done with the panni because the total cost is less when part of the surgery is covered by the insurance. Medical necessity would be something like repetitive rashes that won't heal or stay healed, overhanging skin that is painful and/or interferes with daily life (walking, exercising, etc). Other parts of the body are tougher to sell but not unheard of. A breast lift may be covered because of rashes as well. Documentation is the key. See your doc every time you have a health related issue with your excess skin and take photos. Good luck to you.
   — Arkin10