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Skin Removal After Weight Loss and GLP-1 Medications

When to consider body contouring after major weight loss and whether insurance may help.

When you're ready

Wait until your weight has been stable for 6 months or more before skin removal surgery.

Insurance

A panniculectomy may be covered when excess skin causes recurring rashes or infections. Our team helps document medical necessity.

Learn more about Weight Loss Skin Removal with Dr. Saba.

This article is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for a personal medical consultation.

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Dr. Salim Saba, MD, FACS

Dr. Saba is board certified and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

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