What Is a Cranial Prosthesis?

A cranial prosthesis is a hair prosthetic designed for individuals experiencing hair loss related to a medical condition or medical treatment. It may also be called a medical wig, cranial hair prosthesis, or hair prosthesis.

Unlike a cosmetic wig, a cranial prosthesis is connected to a medical need. It is often used by clients experiencing hair loss related to chemotherapy, radiation, alopecia, surgery, medication-related hair loss, autoimmune-related hair loss, or other medically related causes.

Crown on Mane provides private cranial prosthesis and medical wig product options in a respectful, supportive setting.

How is a cranial prosthesis different from a cosmetic wig?

A cosmetic wig is typically purchased for fashion, convenience, personal preference, style changes, or non-medical hair enhancement. Cosmetic wigs usually do not require medical documentation and are generally not submitted to insurance.

A medical wig or cranial prosthesis is intended for individuals experiencing hair loss due to a medical condition or treatment. If a client plans to file with insurance, insurance companies typically require documentation from a licensed medical provider.

That documentation usually includes a prescription for a cranial prosthesis and a letter of medical necessity.

Do I need a prescription for a cranial prosthesis?

Yes. If you are planning to file with insurance, a prescription for a cranial prosthesis is required.

Clients seeking insurance reimbursement must also have a letter of medical necessity from a licensed medical provider before scheduling a cranial prosthesis consultation with Crown on Mane.

Crown on Mane does not diagnose medical conditions, determine medical necessity, or prescribe cranial prostheses. Those documents must come from your physician or licensed medical provider.

What documents may be needed before scheduling?

If you plan to file with insurance, please have the following before scheduling your cranial prosthesis consultation:

• Prescription for a cranial prosthesis
• Letter of medical necessity
• Diagnosis information or diagnosis code, if provided by your medical provider
• Insurance coverage details, if available
• Any prior authorization instructions from your insurance company, if required

Crown on Mane can provide documentation related to the cranial prosthesis purchase, but medical necessity and diagnosis information must come from your licensed medical provider.

Will insurance cover a cranial prosthesis?

Insurance coverage varies by plan. Some plans may provide reimbursement for a cranial prosthesis when medically necessary, but coverage is not guaranteed.

Your insurance company may require a prescription, letter of medical necessity, diagnosis information, prior authorization, and specific claim documentation. Clients should contact their insurance company before purchasing to ask about coverage requirements.

What Crown on Mane currently provides

At this time, Crown on Mane provides cranial prosthesis / medical wig product options, basic measurements and product guidance, and insurance reimbursement documentation support when applicable.

Private consultations are currently offered by appointment at no charge.

Crown on Mane does not currently provide wig customization, cutting, styling, installation, adhesive application, lace customization, alteration, repair, or maintenance services. Additional hands-on wig and topper training is scheduled for November, and services may expand after training is completed.

Can I bring in a wig I purchased somewhere else?

No. At this time, Crown on Mane does not accept outside wigs, toppers, or hairpieces purchased elsewhere for fitting, cutting, customization, installation, repair, alteration, or maintenance.

This may change in the future as services expand, but currently Crown on Mane only provides support for cranial prosthesis / medical wig options obtained through Crown on Mane.

Schedule a private consultation

Private consultations are currently offered by appointment at no charge.

Planning to file with insurance? Please obtain a prescription for a cranial prosthesis and a letter of medical necessity from your licensed medical provider before scheduling your cranial prosthesis consultation.

Booking Privacy Notice: Please do not enter diagnosis details, medical history, insurance ID numbers, prescriptions, medical records, or sensitive photos in booking notes. Online booking is for general appointment scheduling only. If sensitive documentation is needed, Crown on Mane will provide secure communication instructions.

Final article disclaimer

Crown on Mane does not diagnose medical conditions, provide medical treatment, prescribe cranial prostheses, determine medical necessity, or guarantee insurance reimbursement. Information in this article is for general educational purposes only. Medical documentation must come from a licensed medical provider. Insurance coverage varies by plan.