Worried about how you’ll be able to afford the cost of body contouring after weight loss? Many people are interested in body contouring procedures after major weight loss to remove excess skin. However, it can be challenging to figure out how you’ll pay for the surgery. Here are three ways you may be able to cut some costs.
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Do Your Research
Shopping around is always a good idea, especially when it comes to surgical procedures. The number one thing you should be looking for is a skilled plastic surgeon. Further, choose someone who is highly skilled and who has experience with body contouring after weight loss. Cost should not be your deciding factor. However, it’s okay to research different prices to find the most reasonable among the surgeons who make the cut.
Your plastic surgery practice may be able to recommend options for financing your body contouring surgery.
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Talk to Your Insurance Company
Cosmetic procedures are not typically covered by health insurance policies, and most plastic surgery practices don’t work directly with insurance companies either. However, it can’t hurt to talk to your insurance provider about whether some of your post-weight loss body contouring expenses could be eligible for reimbursement. In cases where excess skin may be causing medical issues, there is a chance that some coverage may be available.
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Consider Combining Procedures
You may be able to have multiple procedures such as liposuction, a tummy tuck and other skin tightening procedures during one surgical session. This can save you money compared to scheduling your post-weight loss surgeries separately. Further, you can enjoy a single recovery period instead of having to repeatedly request time off from work after every surgery.
