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Insurance Issues with DIEP Flap Surgery

KM

Community Member

3 years ago

Have you all been following the insurance issue with DIEP flap surgery?

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Insurance coverage for DIEP flap reconstruction can be complex and varies significantly between providers and plans. Many community members have shared valuable experiences navigating pre-authorization requirements, appeals processes, and working with their surgical teams to ensure proper documentation for coverage approval.

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VV

Community Member

6 months ago

I’m deeply concerned about the DIEP flap issue. I’m in the chemo stage now and won’t be ready for reconstruction until February 2023 but I meet w my PS on Monday to discuss this concern I have about coverage, etc.

PP

Community Member

6 months ago

Yes...its ridiculous!!

SG

Community Member

6 months ago

We wrote a summary and how you can get involved to help! https://outcomes4me.com/article/challenges-to-breast-reconstruction-equity-how-insurance-billing-code-changes-affect-your-choices/

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Insurance coverage for DIEP flap reconstruction can be complex and varies significantly between providers and plans. Many community members have shared valuable experiences navigating pre-authorization requirements, appeals processes, and working with their surgical teams to ensure proper documentation for coverage approval.

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