ARE AREOLA TATTOOS COVERED BY INSURANCE?
Many patients are surprised to learn that areola tattooing after breast reconstruction may qualify for insurance coverage. Federal breast reconstruction laws often include nipple and areola reconstruction as part of the reconstructive process.
WHEN INSURANCE MAY APPLY
Insurance coverage is most commonly available when areola tattooing is performed following:
- Mastectomy
- Breast cancer treatment
- Breast reconstruction surgery
- Medically necessary reconstruction procedures
INSURANCE PLANS WE COMMONLY WORK WITH
Depending on eligibility and plan requirements, patients may qualify for coverage through:
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Meridian
Coverage policies vary and verification is required.
WHAT DOCUMENTATION IS NEEDED?
Patients may need:
- Surgical records
- Referral documentation
- Insurance authorization
- Reconstruction history
SELF-PAY OPTIONS
For patients without insurance coverage, self-pay pricing and financing options are available.
CONTACT US : Contact Anna Burns Permanent Cosmetics to learn more about insurance-covered areola restoration.
BEFORE AND AFTER
We specialize in the art of healing tattoos. Restore your confidence and feel whole again with areola tattoos to complete your mastectomy/breast reconstruction, cosmetic, or gynecomastia surgery journey.
WE GET A TON OF QUESTIONS REGARDING AREOLA TATTOOS. READ ON. WE’LL TRY TO ANSWER THEM FOR YOU.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When performed after breast reconstruction, it is often considered reconstructive rather than cosmetic.
No. Coverage depends on the individual policy.
Yes. Our team can discuss coverage options during your consultation.
VIDEO TESTIMONIAL
BILATERAL AREOLA TATTOO
Bilateral areola tattoo is an areola tattoo treatment that implants pigment into the skin of two breasts with two artificial nipples created with nipple reconstruction surgery.
3D AREOLA TATTOO
3D Areola tattoo recreates the illusion of a raised nipple on a reconstructed breast without nipple reconstruction surgery. Our background in art and design, and our years of experience in permanent cosmetics enable us to recreate the illusion of a raised nipple using light and shade during the tattoo process.
AREOLA SCAR CAMOUFLAGE TATTOO
Areola scar camouflage covers and blends white incision scars with pigment that closely matches the natural areola color of your breast. This is an ideal solution to take the focus away from the lightness or lack of color of your incision scar.
GYNECOMASTIA AREOLA SCAR CAMOUFLAGE
Gynecomastia is an enlargement of the male breast tissue. This develops during puberty due to hormonal changes in the body. In most cases, the swollen breast tissue subsides on its own without treatment. Some men undergo gynecomastia surgery as adults to eliminate the excess breast tissue. This surgery generally leaves the areola disfigured and scarred. We offer areola scar camouflage for men after gynecomastia surgery to match the existing areola color and tone. Our artistic skill and years of experience help us achieve natural healed results.
CHEST MASCULINIZATION AREOLA TATTOO
Chest masculinization surgery involves mastectomies to create a masculine contour and appearance to the chest. This surgery is performed by removing female breasts to achieve the flat male chest.
UNILATERAL AREOLA TATTOO
Unilateral areola tattoo is an areola tattoo treatment that implants pigment into the skin tissue of one breast with an artificial nipple created with nipple reconstruction surgery.