Is a Tummy Tuck procedure Ever Considered Medical? Tri Valley Plastic Surgery

I have had overlying skin on my lower abs since I was quite young due to the loss of weight. I then had two c-sections, hysterecotomy and the fat just increased. I now have lumbar lordosis, spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease. Also asteoarthritis and fibromyalgia. Is getting tummy tuck surgery ever considered medical?

Insurance coverage for abdominoplasty

Thanks for the question - In our San Francisco practice we've done a fair number of abdominoplasties. It is unusual for companies to cover a true abdominoplasty. Many insurers will cover massive weight loss patients for panniculectomies (removing the abdominal pannus). The theory here being that patients with skin down to their knees have significant mobility and hygiene problems. We have had insurance companies cover abdominoplasty for significant abdominal scars but it is a rarity. I hope this helps.