Diabetes
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Medicare Coverage for Braces, Prosthetics, and Orthotics
Part B covers artificial limbs, leg and back braces, and therapeutic shoes for diabetes — but each sits in a different benefit category with its own rules.
Read MoreDoes Medicare Cover Podiatry? Foot Care Rules Explained
Medicare generally excludes routine foot care but covers podiatry when medically necessary, including diabetic foot exams and therapeutic shoes. Here's where the line falls.
Read MoreMedicare Preventive Services: Free Screenings and Tests
Discover free preventive services covered by Medicare Part B, including cancer screenings, vaccines, cardiovascular tests, and how they differ from diagnostic care.
Read MoreHow Medicare Covers Diabetes Supplies and Equipment
Learn how Medicare pays for diabetes supplies including glucose monitors, test strips, insulin pumps, medications, and what your out-of-pocket costs will be.
Read MoreThis content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation of any specific Medicare plan. Benefits, costs, and availability vary by plan and location. For complete information about your Medicare options, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY: 1-877-486-2048, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.