Policy Number: SRP 084
Policy Name: Rhinophyma
Status: Not Funded
Effective Date: 1 April 2024
Next Review Date: 1 April 2029
Mid and South Essex ICB does not fund laser or surgical treatments for Rhinophyma.
Rhinophyma is a skin disorder that causes the nose to enlarge and become red, bumpy, and bulbous. It is thought to result from untreated, severe rosacea, a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes facial redness on the nose and cheeks.
This service/procedure has been assessed as a Low Clinical Priority by MSE ICB and will not be funded unless there are exceptional clinical circumstances.
Individual funding requests should only be made where the patient demonstrates clinical exceptionality.
Find out more information on applying for funding in exceptional clinical circumstances.