How much does a double mastectomy and reconstruction cost?
On MDsave, the cost of a Double Mastectomy ranges from $8,774 to $16,126. Those on high deductible health plans or without insurance can save when they buy their procedure upfront through MDsave.
Does insurance cover reconstructive surgery?
Does Insurance or Alberta Health Care cover surgery? Generally, most plastic surgery is not covered by Health Care or private insurance plans. There are a few cases, such as breast reduction and breast reconstruction that are fully covered.
Are mastectomies covered by insurance?
In most cases, yes, as long as the insurance plan also covers medical and surgical benefits for mastectomies. But certain church plans and government plans may not be required to pay for reconstructive surgery.
Does Medicare pay for mastectomy and reconstruction?
Medicare covers medically necessary treatment of breast cancer. This includes a mastectomy or a double mastectomy, as well as reconstruction and prosthesis surgery.
How much does a double mastectomy and reconstruction cost without insurance?
For patients not covered by health insurance, a mastectomy typically costs more than $15,000-$55,000 , not including breast reconstruction.
How long does it take to recover from double mastectomy with reconstruction?
Average recovery time after mastectomy and reconstruction is about 3-4 weeks, but may be up to 6-8 weeks. During that time, there may be restrictions against driving and activities that involve lifting or raising the arms up over the head.
Does Medicaid cover mastectomy?
No. The law does not apply to Medicare and Medicaid. Still, Medicare covers breast reconstruction if you had a mastectomy because of breast cancer.
Will Medicaid pay for excess skin removal?
Medicaid rarely pays for excess skin removal surgery after significant weight loss surgery because Panniculectomy typically falls into the cosmetic category. Extra epidermis normally does not pose a health risk. However, your plan could approve skin removal if you can demonstrate the medical necessity.
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover prophylactic mastectomy?
Prophylactic mastectomy is covered. No preauthorization is required. Coverage: Benefits may vary between groups/contracts.
Can labiaplasty be covered by Medicare?
Medicare won’t cover non-therapeutic cosmetic surgery and non-therapeutic plastic surgery procedures. In other words, if you are wanting a Labiaplasty because you don’t like the look of your labia you will not be covered.