Important Info for Women
The federal government passed legislation
mandating specific coverage for health plan
members who choose to have breast reconstruction
surgery after a mastectomy. This
legislation is called the Women’s Health and
Cancer Rights Act of 1998. For many years,
Dean Health Plan has provided coverage for
breast reconstruction after a mastectomy and
related services. This legislation allows for:
- Reconstruction of the breast on which a mastectomy has been performed
- Surgery and reconstruction for the other breast to produce a symmetrical appearance
- Prostheses
- Care for physical complications during all stages of mastectomy, including lymphedema
If you have any questions about the benefits related to these services, please
call the Dean Health Plan Customer Service Department at
Our Customer Service hours are Monday through Thursday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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