About Us

Dr. Jody Rodgers practices plastic surgery in Jefferson City located in mid-Missouri. Her practice is composed primarily of reconstructive procedures including hand surgery. The predominantly rural areas surrounding the venue of her practice contribute to the bulk of her practice. Dr. Rodgers enjoys her practice of the restoration of form and function of her patients. Some of the more commonly performed procedures are breast reduction surgery, breast reconstruction surgery with both transposed skin/muscle flaps and implants, reconstructive surgery for skin cancers, surgery of the hand for traumatic and degenerative conditions and for peripheral nerve compression. Dr. Rodgers has designed a restorative devise for the hand which is currently in the patent process.

Procedures

Plastic surgery encompasses both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Cosmetic surgery is performed to reshape normal structures of the body in order to improve the patient's appearance and self-esteem. Cosmetic surgery is usually not covered by health insurance because it is elective.

Reconstructive surgery is performed on abnormal structures of the body, caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors or disease. It is generally performed to improve functions, but may also be done to approximate a normal appearance. Reconstructive surgery is generally covered by most health insurance policies, although coverage for specific procedures and levels of coverage may vary greatly.

There are a number of "gray areas" in coverage for plastic surgery that sometimes require special consideration by an insurance carrier. These areas usually involve surgical operations, which may be reconstructive or cosmetic, depending on each patient's situation. For example, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) - a procedure normally performed to achieve cosmetic improvement - may be covered if the eyelids are drooping severely and obscuring a patient's vision.