Additional Medical Procedures Available

Medically-Necessary Breast Reduction Surgery

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Persistent symptoms in at least 2 anatomical areas for over 1 year:
  • Headaches
  • Neck pain
  • Shoulder pain
  • Upper back pain
  • Painful kyphosis (documented by X-rays)
  • Pain/discomfort from bra strap ulceration

Physician evaluation confirming:

  • Severe breast hypertrophy (photographic evidence required)
  • Symptoms likely due to macromastia
  • High likelihood of symptom improvement post-surgery
  • Persistent pain despite 3-month trial of therapeutic measures:
    • Analgesics/NSAIDs
    • Physical therapy/exercises
    • Supportive devices (proper bra support)

Additional requirement:

  • Women 40+ must have a cancer-negative mammogram within the past year
  • Medically-Necessary Lap Band/Lap Sleeve Surgery

Eligibility Criteria:

  • BMI over 40, or over 30 with obesity-related health conditions
  • Age: 18-60
  • Overweight for 5+ years
  • No illness causing overweight condition
  • Commitment to diet and lifestyle changes
  • Willingness to work with and be monitored by LAP-BAND doctor

Relevant Health Conditions:

  • Hypertension
  • Cardiopulmonary conditions
  • Sleep apnea
  • Diabetes

Note: City contribution limited to a maximum of $15,000

For questions about either procedure, please contact HR Benefits at 504-658-8615.