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Prophylactic Mastectomy Reconstruction Options

If you have a diagnosis or are at high risk for developing breast cancer, you might be asking "How much does a double mastectomy cost?" Find out here.

Prophylactic Mastectomy Insurance Coverage: Who to Work With

By meeting with a plastic surgeon ahead of a prophylactic mastectomy with immediate reconstruction, you can establish a detailed surgical plan

Prophylactic Mastectomy with Immediate Reconstruction Benefits

You probably have many questions as you consider a preventative (prophylactic or risk-reduction) mastectomy and reconstruction. Whether you have a family history of breast cancer, certain genetic markers that put you at high risk, or have suffered the disease before, now is a scary time with a lot of uncertainty. The last thing on your mind is your plastic surgeon. But they can help. A plastic surgeon is well-versed in preventative mastectomy and reconstruction, and meeting with one early can help ease many of your concerns. BRCA Positivity and Other Preventative Mastectomy Reasons A preventative mastectomy is usually indicated when someone is considered at high risk for breast cancer. They may have conditions that put them at higher risk of all types of cancers or a family history of them. They may have had breast cancer before or suffered from childhood conditions requiring chest radiation, increasing their chances of a diagnosis later. The high-risk assessment is determined based on an evaluation of all kinds of different factors, so it's important to meet with a qualified physician. Genetic testing is a significant factor in getting a preventative mastectomy and breast reconstruction. With advances in medicine, doctors have been able to isolate key genetic mutations that could increase someone's cancer risk. You may have heard this referred to as BRCA positivity. What is BRCA Positivity? Everyone has BRCA genes, so the term "BRCA positivity" is a bit misleading, as are the names of the genes themselves; BReast CAncer gene 1 and BReast CAncer gene 2. These two genes play a crucial role in preventing cancer by repairing and suppressing DNA that causes cells to grow uncontrollably. Unfortunately, some individuals have a mutation (or harmful variant) in this critical DNA. It doesn't work as effectively as it should, putting them at a higher risk of developing breast and/or ovarian cancer in their lifetime. When that's the case, the patient is presented with two options. They can wait and watch; a BRCA-positive finding does not determine for sure that someone will get cancer. Someone who chooses this route will start breast cancer screening younger and undergo it more often. They may also have magnetic resonance imaging done in addition to regular mammograms. That will help them catch cancer earlier if it does happen. Alternatively, they may choose to get a preventative mastectomy. They can pursue several different types, depending on their risk level.

Preventative Mastectomy and Reconstruction: Plastic Surgeon Benefits

insurance does cover a preventative mastectomy when someone is determined to be a high breast cancer risk

Does Insurance Cover A Preventative Mastectomy: NYSHIP and Other Options

You have options if you're unhappy with your breast reconstruction after a mastectomy. A revision breast reconstruction surgery may be the answer.

Unhappy With Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy? These Are Your Next Steps

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Bringing Patient Advocacy to Breast Reduction and Reconstruction

At Harris Plastic Surgery, every consultation includes a thorough evaluation of your Empire Plan coverage for breast reduction surgery. We take a concierge approach to treatment, which includes working to minimize your out-of-pocket costs. Contact us to schedule a consult!

HARRIS PLASTIC SURGERY

Plastic Surgery
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Prophylactic Mastectomy Reconstruction Options

Prophylactic Mastectomy Insurance Coverage: Who to Work With

Prophylactic Mastectomy with Immediate Reconstruction Benefits

Preventative Mastectomy and Reconstruction: Plastic Surgeon Benefits

Does Insurance Cover A Preventative Mastectomy: NYSHIP and Other Options

Unhappy With Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy? These Are Your Next Steps

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Prophylactic Mastectomy Reconstruction Options

Prophylactic Mastectomy Insurance Coverage: Who to Work With

Prophylactic Mastectomy with Immediate Reconstruction Benefits

Preventative Mastectomy and Reconstruction: Plastic Surgeon Benefits

Does Insurance Cover A Preventative Mastectomy: NYSHIP and Other Options

Unhappy With Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy? These Are Your Next Steps

CATEGORIES

Let's have a conversation about you

Bringing Patient Advocacy to Breast Reduction and Reconstruction

About / Testimonials

Resources

Nonsurgical Facelift

Surgical Facial

Additional Face Procedures

Additional Procedures

Breast

Body

Breast Reconstruction

Revision Breast Reconstruction

Plastic Surgery
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