Community Member
3 years agoHave 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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Community Member
6 months agoI’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.
Community Member
6 months agoYes...its ridiculous!!
Community Member
6 months agoWe 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/
Community Member
2 months agoInsurance 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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