Medicare Part B may cover your knee brace or other durable medical equipment if it is considered medically necessary by a doctor.
Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may also cover knee braces that are deemed medically necessary.
Some Medicare Advantage plans also cover things like bathroom grab bars and other home mobility modifications.
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Medicare Part B covers a wide range of durable medical equipment (DME), including braces for the arms, legs, back and neck.
DME consists of items which:
Even if your knee brace is covered by Medicare, you may face some out-of-pocket costs, including:
Medicare Advantage plans must provide the same hospital and medical benefits as Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Part B).
This means that if your knee brace would be covered by Original Medicare, it will also be covered by a Medicare Advantage plan.
Medicare Advantage plans are sold by private insurance companies as an alternative to your Part A and Part B benefits.
In addition to the standard hospital and medical benefits provided by Original Medicare, most Medicare Advantage plans cover prescription drugs, and many offer additional benefits such as:
A licensed insurance agent can help you find Medicare Advantage plans in your area that may cover your medically necessary knee braces.
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