Can you claim plastic surgery on Medicare?
Medicare usually doesn't cover cosmetic surgery unless you need it because of accidental injury or to improve the function of a malformed body part. Medicare covers breast prostheses for breast reconstruction if you had a mastectomy because of breast cancer.
Does Medicare cover rhinoplasty?
Medically necessary cosmetic procedures Medicare will not cover a rhinoplasty when is it performed only for the improvement of appearance. However, sometimes a person may experience difficulty breathing, and a nose job could be medically necessary to improve function.
How can I get a nose job on Medicare?
For Medicare – You'll need a Medical Referral with Documented Concerns. In order to claim your Rhinoplasty on Medicare, you will need a Medical Referral from your General Practitioner or Specialist. You can get it prior to booking an initial consultation with your surgeon or after the first appointment.
What is medically necessary plastic surgery?
What are 'Plastic and reconstructive surgery (medically necessary) services'? Hospital treatment which is medically necessary for the investigation and treatment of any physical deformity, whether acquired as a result of illness or accident or congenital.
What is plastic surgery?
Plastic surgery is the use of surgical procedures to rebuild or reshape injured or misshapen body parts. Congenital defects, such as a cleft lip or palate, can be corrected by a plastic surgery specialist. Injuries sustained during auto accidents also may require the services of a plastic surgery specialist.
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