Hair Removal

At this time, UW Medicine does not provide hair removal services. We are working toward offering this important care. In the meantime, we recommend getting care with a hair removal provider in the community.

Not all providers accept insurance. Many can provide you with an invoice you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Some insurance plans, including Washington Apple Health/Medicaid, do not accept requests for reimbursement for hair removal. We encourage you to reach out to your insurance company directly to learn more about your coverage for hair removal.

In preparation for surgery, hair removal can be completed with either laser or electrolysis–we have no specific preference as long as you are able to achieve success. Ask your hair removal specialist which approach they would recommend.