Artificial eyes & limbs

Is my test, item, or service covered?

Artificial eyes & limbs

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)

covers artificial limbs and eyes when your doctor orders them.

Your costs in Original Medicare

You pay 20% of the

Medicare-approved amount

, and the Part B

Deductible [glossary]

applies.

To find out how much your test, item, or service will cost, talk to your doctor or health care provider. The specific amount you’ll owe may depend on several things, like:

Other insurance you may have
How much your doctor charges
Whether your doctor accepts assignment
The type of facility
Where you get your test, item, or service

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Artificial eyes & limbs

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