It's important to note that most insurers will refer to a wig for medical hair loss as a cranial prosthesis.

Before you go to the trouble of securing a presciption, call your insurer (or research their website) and find out what your policy covers.

Make sure that you get a copy of the written policy that clearly spells out the details of your coverage.

When you see your doctor, ask her to document the official diagnosis for the condition that's causing your hair loss.

With your insurance company's specific requirements in mind, ask your doc for a prescription for a cranial prosthesis. Make sure that all the details required for processing your claim are included.

Check the specific requirements the insurance company needs to process your claim: diagnostic codes, details to include in your doc's Rx, info that needs to be included in the receipt for your wig purchase, etc.

Determine how your insurer wants your claim submitted. Gather your documents and ALWAYS make copies to retain before submitting.

If all goes well, you'll receive your reimbursement check in the mail!

Generally, yes! Wigs are eligible for reimbursement with flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), and health reimbursement accounts (HRA) with a letter of medical necessity.

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