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Reconstructive surgery is performed to improve or restore the function or shape of a body part.
Reconstructive surgery is performed to improve or restore the shape or function of a body part that was affected by an injury, surgery, disease, or congenital defect. This surgery may also be performed for cosmetic reasons, although many health insurance plans won’t cover purely cosmetic surgeries.
Common types of reconstructive surgery include:
Most health insurance plans cover reconstructive surgery, but the types of surgery that are covered (opens in new tab) and the cost of these procedures varies. Check with your insurance provider to confirm your plan’s benefits (opens in new tab) before scheduling a reconstructive surgery.