Abdominal aortic aneurysm screenings
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers an abdominal aortic aneurysm screening ultrasound if you’re at risk.
Description
Abdominal aortic aneurysm screenings check for aneurysms (bulges in blood vessels) in the abdominal area.
Coverage details
You must get a referral from your health care provider.
Who's eligible
You’re considered at risk if you have a family history of abdominal aortic aneurysms, or you’re a man between 65-75 and have smoked at least 100 cigarettes in your lifetime.
Costs
You pay nothing if your doctor or other health care provider accepts assignment .
How often
Once in your lifetime if you’re at risk.
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