Question:
Did anyone have a tummy tuck and medicare paid?

I had gastric bypass 7 yrs. ago and have a 6 inch panni hanging in front. Causing me the last 3 yrs. a lot of rashes, yeast infections and back pain. Has anyone anywhere in Alabama had medicare pay for their panni removal and did not have to pay a plastic surgeon any money up front besides the small co-pay. I saw a plastic surgeon in my home town (Tuscaloosa) and he told me that I would have to pay $5180 before he would do the surgery. because medicare takes so long to payment. MsPisces.    — mspisces (posted on July 21, 2011)

July 21, 2011
Hi. I had gastric bypass year and half ago and having the loose skin issue. Excerise has helped some, but i was introduced to a all natural body wrap that aides in toning, tightening and firming. It is amazing. Its helped me ALOT. also, diminshes stretch marks. This may be something you want to try first before undergoin surgery. Its an amazing product and you can order online and wrap every 72 hours. the website is: www.meltingmama.itworks.net click on body slimming tab to get more info.. i no this isn't answering your question but though i'd share what i'm doing for same problem as your having.
   — amanda1972

July 27, 2011
We had a plastic surgeon at our support group a few months ago and he said insurance MAY cover if your excess skin hangs over your private area. I am in the same boat with you on this one. I can say my sister was approved, but she is not on Medicare. (Yet)
   — codlover

July 28, 2011
Thanks for your answers. I am still searching for a plastics that will wait on their payment from medicare. My panni hangs well past my private area onto my thighs. It looks like I am going to have to go farther in my search to find a surgeon. I appreciate any more answers from others if they have them.
   — mspisces