Cranial Prosthesis Medical Wigs for Hair Loss
Medical wig services for hair loss due to health conditions. Personalized cranial prosthesis for individuals experiencing hair loss due to a medical condition. Offering insurance support, licensed expertise, and discreet care. Get back the hair you once had!
What is a Cranial Prosthesis?
A cranial prosthesis is a medical-grade wig prescribed for individuals with hair loss caused by medical conditions. These units are eligible for reimbursement through many insurance plans with proper documentation.
You may qualify if you're experiencing hair loss due to:
- Alopecia areata or universalis
- Chemotherapy or radiation treatment
- Severe burns or scarring
- Trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder)
Many of our clients receive full or partial reimbursement with a prescription and claim form. We can guide you through the process from start to finish.
How to file an insurance claim:
- Collect a prescription letter describing emotional impact and specific diagnosis.
- Make sure diagnosis uses clear codes (e.g. alopecia totalis, cancer-related hair loss).
- Include CPT codes: S8095 and A9282.
- Add the provider’s National Provider Identifier (NPI); a 10-digit unique code found via NPI Registry Search.
How It Works
Starting the process to get a medical wig for hair loss is an exciting adventure! Our process is simple, just follow the steps below to get started today.
Schedule Your Consultation
Get Dermatologist Prescription
Get Fitted For Custom Unit
Submit Insurance Claim With Our Help
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions are great. We’ve listed some of the most commonly asked questions about medical wigs for hair loss. If your question is not answered here, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We are here for you and want to make getting your new cranial prosthesis wig a seamless and pleasant experience. You can contact us online or call us at (310) 497-0064.
What's the difference between a wig and cranial prosthesis?
The difference between a wig and a cranial prosthesis mainly lies in their purpose, quality, and how they’re classified for medical and insurance purposes. For instance, a wig is a general term and is usually used for costume, fashion, or cosmetic reasons. On the other hand, a cranial prosthesis wig is a medical-grade hair replacement specifically designed for people with hair loss due to medical conditions such as cancer, alopecia, burns, or other conditions.
Do I need a prescription for a cranial prosthesis?
Yes, you typically need a prescription from your doctor for a cranial prosthesis, especially if you plan to have it covered by insurance.
Can I wear the cranial prosthesis on top of my natural hair?
Generally, we recommend shaving any remaining hair before wearing your cranial prosthesis wig. We want this to be an uplifting experience for you. With this in mind, not only are you ensuring a proper fit, but you are also taking control by doing this.
How do I choose a hair prosthesis?
For your consultation, we ask that you bring a photo of yourself before the start of your hair loss. Or a photo of what you would like your hair prosthesis to look like. Leave the rest to us us and we will make sure your custom wig is designed just for you!
Is a cranial prosthesis covered by Medicaid/Medicare/private insurance?
Medicare (Parts A and B) generally do not cover medical wigs for hair loss. However, some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may cover these types of wigs because Part C plans are private plans.
In some states, Medicaid will reimburse for some of the costs associated with a hair prosthesis following chemotherapy or radiation if it has been prescribed by an oncologist.
Tricare is a health plan for military personnel. It will cover the cost of one hair prosthesis per lifetime when a a physician writes a prescription for it based on hair loss due to cancer treatment.
While it depends on your plan and insurance company, may private insurance companies will cover all or some of the cost of a cranial prosthesis. For example, Blue Cross Blue Shield covers 80% to 100% of the cost. However, you need to research your individual insurance plan for specifics pertaining to your case.