Medicare Part B provides a solid coverage plan for beneficiaries that consists of preventative services. These can include a one-time “Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit, Hepatitis B shots, flu shots, and screenings for cancer, diabetes, & cardiovascular issues. For those who have high-risk factors for diabetes such as dyslipidemia, obesity, high blood pressure, or high blood sugar, Medicare Part B will cover routine screenings and self-management training.
With Part B insurance, short-term home health services, and medically necessary part-time care are covered. If there is a need for durable medical equipment or medical supplies like hospital beds, wheelchairs, oxygen equipment, and CPAP devices, this part of Original Medicare will help cover some of the costs. In addition to the services above, Part B also provides coverage for chiropractic services to correct spinal issues, participation in clinical trials, and emergency room visits.
Even though Part A and Part B form a strong healthcare coverage plan, there are things that aren’t covered. In order to have coverage for routine dental, vision, and hearing care you will need to either get it through a private insurer or find a Medicare Supplement plan that offers additional coverages.
