OHIP coverage for skin removal

katt1974
on 3/21/15 3:19 am - Canada

I was wondering what OHIP will cover for skin surgery? I still have a lot to lose but trying to understand what I may need to pay out of pocket.

Thanks

HFA70
on 3/21/15 4:18 am

I don't know first hand, but my friend paid about $4000.00 out of pocket, the rest was OHIP covered. You have to have A LOT of skin to have anything covered. When/if you're ready, your plastic surgeon will be able to tell you the exact number.

Needanewbeginning
on 3/21/15 5:12 am - Barrie, Canada

RNY on 05/21/13

I recently upgraded my panni removal that was approved through OHIP to a full tummy tuck. I paid $5300.00. If the panni was not approved I would have had to pay $6800.00 I believe.

There are a number of surgeons who will send in an application for OHIP panni approval, but its a lengthy process.

Start saving, little by little you will get there.

Annette 😄

Starting weight: 334 lbs.Starting opti weight: 323 lbs, Surgery weight 303 lbs.Surgery-May 21st, 2013 with Dr Hagen at HRRH Goal weight 165 lbs reached at 13 months. Current weight 156 lbs