Chemotherapy, Hair Loss, and Medical Cranial Prosthesis

Hair Loss suffered by cancer patient after chemotherapy can be devastating and expensive. Some insurance companies cover a wig as part of the treatment but only if your doctor prescribes a  Cranial Prosthesis and the supplier bills you or the insurance company for Cranial Prosthesis and not a wig. It's a wig but insurance companies will not cover a wig. Keep that in mind when dealing with insurance companies.

I am undergoing chemotherapy. Should I buy a high quality wig or a less expensive synthetic one?

Hairloss for cancer patients is usually short-term and the need is usually immediate. We recommended a synthetic wig in most cases but you have many options.  The important thing is that you feel comfortable about your purchase and how you look. Our Medical Directory will help you locate a competent supplier of Wig for you. 

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