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Enteral & parenteral nutrition (nutrients, supplies & equipment)

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers enteral and parenteral nutrition, nutrients, supplies, and equipment

  • Covered by Part B

  • After the Part B deductible , you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount  

Coverage details

Medicare Part B covers enteral and parenteral nutrition, nutrients, supplies, and equipment (feeding pumps) under the prosthetic device benefit.

Costs

  • After you meet the Part B deductible , you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount (if your supplier accepts assignment ).
  • Medicare will cover your enteral infusion pump from a doctor, other health care provider, or supplier who accepts assignment. If a supplier doesn’t accept assignment, there’s no limit on the amount they can charge you, and you may have to pay the entire bill (both your share and Medicare’s share) when you get the pump.