Before the combination hysterectomy and tummy tuck procedure occurs, the woman will want to consult with her insurance carrier regarding the cosmetic surgery costs in conjunction with the hysterectomy. A tummy tucks is almost never covered by insurance with the exception of those that are needed to be performed for medical reasons involving the health of the patient. With that said, even though many of the costs may be rolled in with the costs of the hysterectomy the insurance carrier must be informed ahead of time.
Trying to pay for some of the expenses of a tummy tuck by “hitching a ride” on the back of a hysterectomy procedure could have serious financial consequences if the insurance company has not been informed prior to the procedure. This is the main financial concern for a hysterectomy and tummy tuck procedure.
It should also be understood that while a hysterectomy and tummy tuck procedure will have only one recovery period, that period may be more painful than the recovery period of just a tummy tuck surgery. Tummy tucks can be very painful during the first 1 or 2 days following surgery.
Obviously, with a hysterectomy and tummy tuck combined procedure, the recovery period will be even more difficult. All of these issues may also be exacerbated by the lowering (or outright cessation) of hormones which can accompany some forms of hysterectomies.
All in all a woman who is facing a hysterectomy and who wishes to combine the procedure with a tummy tuck into a hysterectomy and tummy tuck combined procedure may be able to do so.
When looking at the benefits of cost savings and other issues, a hysterectomy and tummy tuck can provide the benefits of an included tummy tuck with your hysterectomy surgery.
