Dr. Orseck is a board-certified surgeon specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery and general surgery in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Dr. Orseck began his career in medicine when he earned his medical degree...
Tummy Tuck FAQs
Tummy Tuck FAQs Spartanburg | Greenville
Is a Tummy Tuck covered by insurance?
Abdominoplasty, as an aesthetic (cosmetic) procedure, generally is not covered by insurance. In some instances, however, a patient may have a hernia and not just a spreading of the abdominal muscles. Insurance reimbursement may be available for that portion of the procedure that is not cosmetic.
Many factors determine your eligibility for coverage, including the specific terms of your insurance policy. A letter of predetermination may be required by your insurance company prior to surgery. Your plastic surgeon or a staff member in your surgeon’s office will discuss these matters with you.
Will my results last ?
Unless you become pregnant gain or lose a significant amount of weight, your abdomen should remain firmer and flatter for many years. However, gravity and the effects of aging will eventually take their toll. If, after a period of years, you again become dissatisfied with the appearance of your abdomen, you may choose to undergo a second procedure to restore a more youthful body contour.
Am I a good candidate for a Tummy Tuck?
You may be a good candidate for abdominoplasty if you have one or more of the following conditions:
- excess or sagging abdominal skin
- an abdomen that protrudes and is out of proportion to the rest of your body
- abdominal muscles that have been separated and weakened
- excess fatty tissue that is concentrated in your abdomen
If you plan to become pregnant or lose weight in the future, you should discuss this with Dr. Orseck. Scarring from previous abdominal surgery may limit the results of your abdominoplasty.
