Foot care (for diabetes)
Medicare covers yearly foot exams if you have diabetes‑related lower leg nerve damage that can increase the risk of limb loss. Exams are covered once a year, as long as you haven't seen a footcare professional for another reason between visits.
Your costs in Original Medicare
- You pay 20% of the for your doctor's services, and the Part B applies.
- In a , you pay a .
What it is
Exams may include treatment for foot ulcers and calluses, and toenail management, based on exam results.