Question:
what insurance has in the past approved plastic?

looking to change hmo in aug. had wls in nov of 01 now down closre to 100 lbs go to the gym 3-4 times a week but still a lot of extra skin i need my tummy,arm's and what use to be my breast done they look like elephant knees. als o do not have any problem with my folds the only thing is i can not fit shirts in the arm and have to buy xl not l or m and i keep falling help with some hmo etc and info    — melissa W. (posted on June 25, 2002)

June 24, 2002
My insurance covered my TT, but it was because I was having my gall bladder out at the same time. They deemed since I was already in there and the TT was "marginally medically necessary" they would pay for it. HealthNet Charter/State of Connecticut Employee. Good luck!! ~CAE~
   — Mustang

June 25, 2002
Hi! I am pre-op but last year I had a breast reduction and it was covered 100% by United Health Care who also is covering my DS 100%. They are great to work with! If you are interested in finding out more about breast surgeries w/ a tummy tuck check out www.breasthealthonline. they have a whole section devoted to it! Good luck!
   — Stephanie B.

June 25, 2002
My TT was a little shy of $10,000. My insurance Preferred One paid for it 100%!!! All they needed was a letter of medical necessity from my surgeon that performed the RNY.
   — Gina L.