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Old 06-16-2009, 11:00 AM   #1 (permalink)
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How do I find out what my insurance qualifications are to get approved for a tummy tuck or any other reconstructive surgery? I have scowered the internet and cant find anything!
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Call them, they should be able to provide you with a copy.
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I found mine on my insurance company's website but if you can't find it there give them a call. Ask them to mail you the criteria.
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I found mine on the Insurance comanies web site as well. You will have to call to make sure there isn't an exclusion written into your particular policy though.
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