In this blog, Dr Samuel Yang and his team discuss options for breast implant removal surgery and when a patient may be entitled to a rebate on their procedure. In recent years, breast implant removal surgery, also called explant surgery, has gained popularity. For some patients, the decision is purely cosmetic and motivated by the…
Women consider breast reduction surgery for a physical, cosmetic, and psychological reasons, but not everyone will be able to receive a Medicare rebate on their procedure. We’ll discuss eligibility in greater detail in this blog, but firstly we’re going to explain what macromastia is. What is Macromastia? Macromastia is a condition where a person’s breasts…
Is Gynecomastia surgery, or a male breast reduction, covered by Medicare in Australia? Simply put, this procedure is a reconstructive operation which means eligible patients are entitled to a Medicare rebate. Dr Yang and his team explain more below. What Is Gynecomastia? Gynaecomastia, also spelled Gynecomastia, is a condition which leads to enlarged, non-cancerous breast…
If you have considered eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, you may be wondering if you qualify for a Medicare rebate. Some people are motivated to have this type of surgery for aesthetic reasons, but those who have blepharoplasty because their drooping eyelid skin obstructs their vision may be eligible for a Medicare rebate. To…