Delaware Code § 31-538

Coverage for removal of excess skin and subcutaneous tissue [For application of this section, see 85
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Del. Laws, c. 88, § 5].
(a) For purposes of this section:
(1) "Medically necessary" means as defined in § 3581 of Title 18.
(2) "Panniculectomy" means an operative procedure used to contour the abdominal wall by removing significant excess skin and
subcutaneous adipose tissue.
(b) Carriers shall provide coverage for medically necessary removal of excess skin and subcutaneous tissue, including a panniculectomy,
in all health benefit plans delivered or issued under § 505(3) of this title.

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