1. What is the difference between a wig and a hair prosthesis?
2. Is this type of hair replacement more expensive than a store bought wig?
3. Is hair replacement covered by medical insurance?
4. What if my medical insurance does not cover or if I am uninsured?
5. When should I make arrangements to speak with someone about my hair replacement options?
6. Will my hair replacement be difficult to maintain?


Q: What is the difference between a wig and a hair prosthesis?
A: A wig is machine made of synthetic fiber designed to be worn over hair. A hair prosthesis is a custom designed hair piece hand crafted with a soft base to be worn on a bald head. Back to top.


Q: Is this type of hair replacement more expensive than a store bought wig?
A: A wig is made with machine made wefts of hair and is designed to be worn over a person's hair. For medical purposes a hair prosthesis is designed with a soft net or skinlike material to be worn over skin. It is customized and designed for you and is more costly. Back to top.


Q: Is hair replacement covered by medical insurance?
A: Usually, but it is determined by your insurance company and your policy. Madeline's Hair Replacement Clinic is in the network of providers for most insurance companies and will handle all inquiries and paperwork for you. Back to top.


Q: What if my medical insurance does not cover or if I am uninsured?
A: If this is the case, we will be able to offer some discounts in order to make it possible for you to receive a comfortable, natural looking hair system. We may also be able to direct you to some organizations that help the underinsured by offering financial assistance with your hair replacement. Our ultimate goal is to make you look and feel your best, and we will do whatever we can to make that happen. Back to top.


Q. When should I make arrangements to speak with someone about my hair replacement options?
A: If you will be having Chemotherapy or Radiation Treatments, call as soon as your doctor tells you hair loss may result from your treatment so that we can see what your natural hair style looks like and duplicate it. This will allow it to look as close to your style as possible. Back to top.


Q: Will my hair replacement be difficult to maintain?
A: Since it is human hair, you can care for it the same way you would care for your own hair. At Madeline's, we train you how to do this, and continue to work with you throughout your treatment. Back to top.