Dr. Javad Sajan Expands Private Insurance Coverage for Gender Affirming Surgeries

Dr. Javad Sajan of Allure Esthetic Plastic Surgery in Seattle, Washington, has expanded his practice to accept private insurance for transgender and gender affirming surgeries, making these life-changing procedures more accessible to a wider range of patients.

Dr. Sajan’s clinic now offers a range of gender affirming procedures, including top surgery for those transitioning from female to male (FTM), breast augmentation for those transitioning from male to female (MTF), body contouring, tracheal shave procedures, and other surgical options tailored to individual patient goals. The decision to accept insurance coverage is significant, as it reduces financial barriers for transgender and nonbinary individuals seeking these transformative surgeries.

Insurance coverage for transgender procedures can vary widely depending on the individual insurance plan, procedure, and authorization requirements. However, eligible patients may be able to use their private insurance benefits for covered care. This move by Allure Esthetic aims to ease the financial burden on patients and streamline the process of obtaining necessary approvals.

By working directly with insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations and verify coverage before surgery, Dr. Sajan’s practice alleviates some of the administrative stress typically faced by patients. This proactive approach ensures that patients can focus on their recovery rather than navigating the complexities of insurance.

Among the gender affirming procedures offered, single-stage body feminization surgery stands out. For select patients, Dr. Sajan combines 360 liposuction, fat transfer to the hips, fat transfer to the buttocks, and breast augmentation into a single surgery. This comprehensive approach addresses multiple areas of the body simultaneously, reducing the number of surgeries and recovery periods needed.

Scarless breast augmentation for MTF patients is another innovative procedure. Dr. Sajan uses a transaxillary approach, placing the incision in the natural crease of the underarm rather than on the breast itself. This minimizes visible scarring and offers a discreet surgical option for those who prefer a scar-free result.

For those transitioning from male to female, Dr. Sajan also performs single-session facial feminization surgery. This procedure combines forehead contouring, brow bone reduction, rhinoplasty, jaw and chin contouring, tracheal shave, hairline advancement, and lip lift into a single surgical and recovery period. This approach allows patients to achieve a cohesive facial appearance through a single operation.

Dr. Sajan’s commitment to providing compassionate care is evident through his extensive experience and professional accolades. He has authored peer-reviewed research, lectured nationally and internationally, developed the Advanced Facial Simulator for physician education, and published a book on aesthetic laser therapy. His work has been recognized by the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons, which has named him among its Top 10 Best Plastic Surgeons in Washington multiple times. He has also received a Patient's Choice Award for his compassionate care.

Beyond its standard surgical services, Allure Esthetic offers a pro bono surgery program for qualifying transgender patients experiencing financial hardship. The practice provides gender affirming procedures to patients from across the Pacific Northwest and other parts of the United States, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent individuals from accessing the care they need.

Patients interested in these services can contact Allure Esthetic directly to verify insurance coverage and discuss their surgical options. The practice remains committed to supporting transgender patients through every stage of their journey towards gender affirmation.