ELECTROLYSIS INSURANCE
If you are seeking coverage for hair removal related to Gender Affirming care, PCOS, Hirsutism, or Follicular Disorders, it is important to ensure that you meet the outlined requirements. To begin the process, you will need to provide the following documentation:
SUPPORT LETTERS:
A letter from the healthcare provider overseeing your gender-affirming hormone therapy within the past 18 months, if you are seeking electrolysis as part of your gender-affirming care. Alternatively, if you are seeking electrolysis due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or another follicular disorder, a medical necessity letter from your treating provider (dermatologist, endocrinologist, or primary care provider) completed within the last 18 months is required. This letter should address the specific condition prompting the need for electrolysis.
For all cases, the letter must:
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Detail previous hair removal attempts and specify any failures by body region.
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Explain the medical condition that hinders the use of alternative hair removal methods (e.g., laser, shaving).
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In the case of PCOS or other follicular disorders, describe how these conditions contribute to excessive hair growth (hirsutism) or other hair removal difficulties.
If necessary, letters may come from the same provider but should be formatted as separate documents containing all required information for each condition.
PHOTO DOCUMENTATION:
Before hair removal photos: Face and neck (with 8-12 hours of hair growth recommended for visibility); Body (with 1-2 weeks of hair growth recommended for visibility). After hair removal photos: Capture the treated area immediately post-removal, considering an overnight hair regrowth period.
PROVIDER'S LETTER FOR HAIR REMOVAL:
A medical necessity letter from the provider who will perform the hair removal. This should specify the size and location of the treatment area and the anticipated number of units required per body region for the requested treatment. This is often done during your medical consultation at OC Electrolysis & Skin Care. A referral from your doctor TO our office would be beneficial.
PROVIDER'S LETTER FOR HAIR REMOVAL:
A medical necessity letter from the provider who will perform the hair removal. This should specify the size and location of the treatment area and the anticipated number of units required per body region for the requested treatment. A referral from your doctors office to our office could outline this information, but a drafted letter is also recommended.
TREATMENT AREAS:
Face/neck, Chest, Abdomen, Axillary (underarm), Arm, Upper back, Lower back, Buttocks, Inner thigh (swimsuit/bikini area), Genital area, Upper leg, Lower leg.
By adhering to these requirements, you can streamline the process and improve the chances of obtaining insurance coverage for your electrolysis treatments. If you have any inquiries or require further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
After gathering the specified documentation mentioned earlier, the subsequent steps in seeking treatment involve completing our consultation form and providing the required photographs. If you're an existing patient, you can proceed with this process. However, if you're not yet a patient, additional steps are necessary to establish care with our office.
Booking a Consultation is Mandatory for all New Clients
We offer flexible consultation options, which can be booked online or by calling our office at 714-617-5463. You can have your documents emailed to us at info@ocelectrology.com or FAXED to 714-880-7185