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