Will your insurance company pay for a wig due to chemotherapy induced hair loss?

When women vist a wig shop after losing their hair to chemotherapy, they are often surprised to find out just how expensive wigs are! A quality wig can cost several hundred dollars. This of course, is in addition to treatment related costs that are not covered by the insurance provider. What a lot of women don't know is that many insurance companies will cover the cost of the wig. In fact, many wig shops will file a claim with your insurance provider for you!

Sounds good, right? Well, there are a few things you should know before you head out to shop. First thing, you need a prescription. Second, you need the prescription worded carefully! Read more about how to get your wig covered by your insurance provider...