Hi there! Plastic surgery question....

Hey everyone, long time no see. I have missed you guys! I'm in school now, 3 time a week, so I'm doing homework constantly! I am wondering if I need to start the plastic surgery process. I am at 233 now (lose of 260 since 7/04). I am having a really hard time loosing at this point, but I'm okay with the weight I'm at. I was almost 500 pounds when I had surgery, so 233 is a miracle. I would like to see a surgeon, just to get their opinion on how far down I need to be before getting reconstructive surgery. I don't know if I have to get a referral from my PCP to see someone, or if I just have to pay out of pocket. I have BCBS POS insurance. Anyone know what they pay for? I know I might need to change carriers and will do that if I need to at the end of the year. Any advice is welcome, I don't know where to start! Thanks ya'll! Kelle

Hi, Kelle, I am looking into plastic surgery, too, and every office I have called says that they do not file insurance. I posed a question on here a while back asking for any advice or information from folks who HAVE had it paid for, but I got no responses. I have Medicare (primary) and United Health Care (secondary). I know some folks have gotten help from insurance, and I also know I would be a good candidate with my history of carbuncles, skin infections, etc., but I am having no luck so far. Maybe you'll get some answers that will help me, too! Good luck. Sandy

I got 3 procedures paid for and went through bernadette wang ashraf. www.artisanplasticsurgery.com She's WONDERFUL!

Hi SHerry!! I am using Dr. Ashraf. What insurance did you use? What all was paid for? I'm waiting on approvals now... Take care!! Tami

I have BCBS PPO of MA for my TL... My BR and Panni was Cigna HMO.

I used Dr. Ashraf too. She did a wonderful job on my tummy tuck, arm lift and breast lift. I highly recommend her. Best of luck. Take care.

I second or third Dr Ashraft with Artisan Plastic Surger. I used her first for my TT in I think July of 05 and had a breast lift and enlargement with her since. There are pics on my profile. Feel free to look but I have been with her forever and know her well she is great!!!!! NAT