Hypothyroidism and gynecomastia

[jd79]

I have been diagnosed with Hypothryroidism for awhile now. Is there anyway that would be the cause of my Gynecomastia?  If so, Would my Insurance cover my Gyne surgery?

[Paa_Paw]

Probably not.

The problem is that the Gynecomastia would be looked at as a harmless symptom of the Hypothyroidism. The Gynecomastia is not, in itself, pathologic.

Insurance underwriters are not stupid, they know very well how to get around a situation like this.

If you had some kind of pathology, the surgery would likely be covered. The problem with this scenario is that they may send you to a general surgeon or a tumor clinic where you would not have a qualified cosmetic surgeon.

The insurance company is NOT on your side.