resources

Coming soon: IWTS Insurance Navigator

IWTS – Sample Support Letter for Top Surgery Insurance Approval

A professional, ready-to-use template that your therapist, physician, or qualified provider can adapt to meet insurance requirements for top surgery approval. Written in line with WPATH Standards of Care, Version 8, this letter helps ensure all necessary information is included for a strong, medically supported request.
🔗 Sample Letter – google.doc

IWTS – Insurance Call Script for Top Surgery

Step-by-step script for calling your insurance company to check coverage, required documentation, and in-network providers.
🔗 Insurance Call Script – google.doc

IWTS – Printable Drain Log

A clean, one-page sheet to track drain output during early recovery (also available in Google Sheets for phone use).
🔗 Printable Drain Log – google drive

IWTS – Printable Post-op Essentials Checklist

A comprehensive checklist that will help you organize you recovery plan (also available in Google Sheets for phone use).
🔗 Printable Post-op Essentials Checklist – google drive

Additional Resources

WPATH Standards of Care, Version 8

Official guidelines for gender-affirming care, including the current letter requirements for top surgery.
🔗 WPATH SOC-8 PDF

Dr. Garramone’s Post-Op Recovery Guides

Detailed advice for wound care, drain management, compression wear, and returning to activity.
🔗 FTM Top Surgery Recovery – Dr. Garramone’s Guide

Community Support Networks

Connect with other trans masculine people for peer advice, surgeon reviews, and recovery tips.
🔗 r/TopSurgery on Reddit – Q&A and personal experiences