Question:
Has anyone here been approved for a tummy tuck with tricare prime?

I need to have a tummy tuck done next year to remove my apron and was wondering if tricare would approve it.    — devine299 (posted on May 23, 2000)

May 22, 2000
As far as I know Tricare Prime approves it because it is a natural follow up to the surgery. I am scheduled for WLS at Fort Sam Houston in Texas and we have discussed that in about a yr post op I can come back for my tummy tuck. Tricare Prime is good with this and if it is neccesary it will be approved. I don't think you will have a problem with it. If you have any more questions feel free to email me and I will try to help. [email protected] is my address. Good luck.
   — jodysgirl

May 23, 2000
Hi: My name is Avis Gandy. I had my surgery done 5 years ago. I had VGB surgery. Have lost 145 pounds. I also have the apron problem. My husband is retired Navy and I have Tri-care Prime. Would you be willing to share any info you recieve? I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks Avis Gansy [email protected]
   — Avis G.

May 25, 2000
I have tricare prime and had a friend that also had the same ins. She didnt have WLS.. but got a bad apron after having a child, and they okay'ed a tummy tuck for her no problem, in fact they offered it to her before she even realized she could have it done. She just went in about chafing under her apron and viola! they offered.
   — Tee G.