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Panniculectomy at the time of bariatric surgery: a propensity score-matched analysis of outcomes in the MBSAQIP database.
[BACKGROUND] Body contouring in the postbariatric surgery patient improves quality of life and daily function. [OBJECTIVES] To determine the risk profile of panniculectomy when performed in select patients at the time of bariatric surgery.…
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Review of Insurance Coverage for Abdominal Contouring Procedures in the Postbariatric Population.
[BACKGROUND] Following bariatric surgery, patients develop problems related to lax abdominal skin that may be addressed by contouring procedures. Third-party insurers have subjective requirements for coverage of these procedures that can li…
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A Cross-sectional Analysis of Insurance Coverage of Extremity Contouring After Massive Weight Loss.
[INTRODUCTION] After bariatric surgery, patients often experience redundant skin in the upper arms and medial thighs as sequelae of massive weight loss. Insurance companies have unpredictable criteria to determine the medical necessity of b…
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A Review of National Insurance Coverage of Post-bariatric Upper Body Lift.
[INTRODUCTION] Recent years have seen an increased utilisation of upper body lift following massive weight loss. Although it is typically considered cosmetic, the recurrent skin conditions and decline in quality of life may warrant medical …