Artificial eyes & limbs
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary artificial eyes, legs, and arms when a doctor or other health care provider orders them
Description
Artificial eyes and limbs (also called "prosthetics") are devices that replace a missing body part.
Costs
After the Part B deductible , you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount .
Ask your doctor or healthcare provider how much your test, item, or service will cost.
Your doctor may recommend services that Medicare does not cover or offers too frequently. This could end up in additional costs for you. Make sure to ask your doctor about the reasons for these recommendations and what Medicare will actually cover.
Specific amounts you could owe depend on:
Other insurance you may have
How much your doctor charges
If your doctor accepts assignment
The type of facility
Where you get your test, item, or service