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Should I be concerned about the recent recall of breast implants? Firstly let’s look at a few simple facts, so you can judge if you should be concerned and follow this through. It must be pointed out that the instance of BIA-ALCL, which is a type of
Read more →If you are going to have an elective cosmetic surgical procedure, your surgeon will ask that you are at, or close to your ideal weight. What is the reason behind this? Why is my weight so important in regard to cosmetic surgery? The risks of all problems
Read more →What is Cosmetic Surgery? Any surgical procedure performed to enhance your appearance. Can be facial or the body. How does cosmetic surgery differ from other surgery? It is always elective and not ever urgent. Most surgery is done to fix problems, but the end result aesthetic appearance
Read more →Is Breast Reduction considered cosmetic surgery? No, at this point in time, Medicare considers every breast reduction procedure a Medicare eligible procedure, not cosmetic There is no fine print to exclude any breast reduction surgery. Is Breast Reduction surgery covered by Medicare? Medicare will cover (a small)
Read more →Is a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) considered cosmetic surgery? Medicare removed the eligible item number for Abdominoplasty in 2016 for everyone except massive weight loss clients (some below) If you have lost more than 5 BMI units, your surgery is classified “Medical” If you do not fit this
Read more →Is Breast Reduction Surgery Covered by Medicare? At this point in time, the answer is still “Yes” and there is no fine print attached. Every breast reduction performed has a Medicare eligible item number. This does not mean that all of your fees are covered. It means
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