Patient's question:
From a young age, I had phimosis, but I was too embarrassed to talk to my parents, and my family didn't have the means. Now that I've grown up and have the means, I want to get it done. Can phimosis surgery be covered by medical insurance?Doctor's answer:
If phimosis or excessive prepuce can be treated surgically. However, this surgical treatment cannot be pre-authorized through the medical insurance system and cannot be used with a medical insurance card. Generally, it is important to pay attention to how to prevent local infections. Only under the condition of controlling infections can surgical treatment be implemented. This is a common procedure in urology clinics and cannot be covered by medical insurance. Circumcision is a relatively inexpensive procedure. Circumcision refers to the removal of excess foreskin from the penis so that the glans is exposed, which is an effective treatment for phimosis, excessive prepuce, and prevention of its complications. It is a minor surgical procedure for treating prepuce and phimosis, generally requiring no hospitalization, with lower risks.