Cancer Insurance

Financial Support for Reconstructive Surgery: Why It Can Make a Difference After Breast Cancer and Other Trauma

byJoel Vijay
  • Sep 10, 2025
  • 1 mins
woman reconstructive surgery
  • For some, breast reconstruction supports both physical and emotional recovery after cancer or injury.
  • Not all insurance policies cover reconstructive surgery.
  • Income’s Lady 360 offers support for reconstructive surgery, including surgical and mental health benefits.
  • Coverage remains active even after multiple claims, ensuring long-term support for women.

Reconstructive surgery is not merely about aesthetics. For many women, it’s a part of recovery after a major medical or traumatic event. Whether due to breast cancer, carcinoma in situ of the breast, malignant skin cancer, or accidental burns, these surgeries help restore both physical form and emotional well-being.

After a mastectomy, for instance, breast reconstruction can help rebuild body image and confidence. Though commonly misunderstood as cosmetic, these procedures play a deeper role in healing, providing closure, dignity, and a sense of wholeness during recovery.

Insurance coverage for reconstructive procedures varies widely. Often, such procedures are excluded unless deemed medically essential. That’s why specialised insurance plans tailored to women’s health are increasingly important.

Under Income’s Lady 360, the support benefit includes breast reconstruction and other medically necessary procedures following specific female illnesses or trauma. This ensures women don’t need to compromise their recovery journey due to financial limitations.

Unlike typical life insurance plans, Lady 360 was designed with women in mind. It covers a broad range of female-specific health needs, including the long road of recovery after illness or injury.

Key benefits include:

  • Receive up to 100% of the sum assured when you are diagnosed with certain female-specific illnesses¹.
  • Receive up to 50% of the sum assured for specific surgeries2 arising from female illnesses.
  • Receive up to 100% of the sum assured for post-diagnosis support benefits3, including egg-freezing before cancer treatment to preserve fertility, outpatient psychiatric treatment due to traumatic life events and molecular gene expression profiling test to guide breast cancer treatment.
  • Enjoy continuous coverage even if you have claimed for more than one insured event4.

This comprehensive approach ensures the insured receives care and support at every stage, not just during treatment.

woman supporting each other

Recovery doesn’t end with treatment; it extends into the emotional and psychological aspects of healing. Surgery can play a central role in helping restore self-image, especially after enduring the effects of breast cancer or traumatic injury.

However, these procedures can be expensive and may not always be covered by basic health insurance. Having a women’s insurance plan that includes reconstructive coverage can make a meaningful difference.

While many insurance plans stop at covering treatment, Lady 360 goes a step further. It acknowledges that women deserve a full recovery, one that includes both physical restoration and emotional support.

The breast reconstruction benefit is not an optional extra. It’s a core component of a comprehensive approach to women’s health. Whether dealing with the aftermath of illness or trauma, Lady 360 provides a structured path back to wellness.

For more information on Lady 360 or to explore other plans, speak to an Income Insurance advisor.

Author(s):
Joel Vijay spent over six years in the insurance industry, helping people plan for a more secure future. Since then, he’s worked across e-commerce, trading, and travel—gaining insights from different industries and meeting people from all walks of life. A proud father of two and an avid traveller, Joel enjoys exploring new cultures and believes that peace of mind is one of the best things you can pack for life’s…

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