Question:
How far down is considered the

If insurance says they cover abdominoplasty if the pannus hangs to the "pubis" where exactly is this? Does your genital area have to be completely covered by hanging skin or what? Anybody know the answer to this, please help.    — Michele :. (posted on April 24, 2002)

April 24, 2002
I believe it's the front part of your pubic bone. If you press on the center of your lower abdomen, you should be able to feel it.
   — Toni C.

April 24, 2002
Probably the only way you'll know for sure is to try.... request insurance approval & see how they handle it. BUT, before you go in to see your plastic surgeon & have those pictures taken, you might want to practice your "position" & underwear in front of a mirror. I found that certain postures & angles really showed my pannus better than others. And take that moment before they start snapping pics to "arrange" yourself. It might make a difference. My genital area was not close to being completely covered, but then different insurance companies have different guidelines. Your doctor could probably give you a better idea. Good luck, I hope it works out for you.
   — Kathy W.