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Medicare will only pay for removal of ruptured breast implants if a doctor determines it medically necessary due to health complications brought on because of the rupture or in some rare cases for psycological stress suffered as a result of the rupture.

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breast implants are part of cosmetic surgery... medicare does not cover cosmetic surgeries

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Q: Will Medicare cover removal of old silicone breast implants?
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Will medicare pay to remove old silicone implants?

will medicare pay for old silicone breast implant removed


What are silicone breast implants?

Silicone implants used for augmenting the female breast have a silicone rubber shell filled with a viscous silicone gel.


Does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois cover removal of silicone breast implants?

Is it medically necessary?


Why is silicone important?

Heh... its used in breast implants....


What size implants do you have to choose from in silicone?

Silicone breast implants typically range from 275cc to 800cc, but bigger implants can be obtained if required up to 1200cc.


What are the types of breast implants available for those considering cosmetic surgery?

"The three main types of breast implants are those filled with silicone, saline, or gel. The best choice for you will depend on the shape, volume, and feel you are trying to achieve. It is important to note that there are also varying health risks associated with each type of implant; more information on the health risks can be found by contacting the American Food and Drug Administration, or the American Medical Association."


Where do you find breast implants that are 3000cc silicone?

There is a surgen in ca that can get them


What is the advantage of silicone breast implants?

There are many aesthetic and texture advantages to silicone breast implants. Many people feel that the silicone breast implants look and feel more like natural breast tissue than saline breast implants, which are a popular alternative for enlargement surgery. These advantages make the general results of the surgery seem more subtle, and natural results are the most ideal ones to go for. divinecosmeticsurgery


Do silicone breasts feel natural?

Silicone breast implants are said by doctors and patients to feel more like natural breast tissue than any of the alternative implants available.


When did Dow start to market silicone breast implants?

They were fairly new when I got my silicone Dows in 1965. Still have them.


what is a breast augmentation?

A breast implant is a prosthesis which is inserted into the breast in order to artificially enlarge its size. They are available in different shapes and sizes. Breast implant, saline- or silicone-filled prosthesis used after mastectomy as a part of the breast reconstruction process or used cosmetically to augment small breasts. Know more about them by visiting: Dr Tavakoli Suite 1, Level 1, 376 New South Head Road, Double Bay, NSW 2028, Sydney Phone : 1300 368 107


Is it safe to breast feed with implants when you've had breast cancer in the past?

Yes, assuming you have saline implants (not silicone). You can talk with your doctor if you have any specific concerns.