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Ostomy supplies

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary ostomy supplies as prosthetic devices, if you’re eligible

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

Coverage details

Medicare covers the amount of supplies your doctor or other health care provider says you need, based on your condition.

Who's eligible

If you’ve had a colostomy, ileostomy, or urinary ostomy.

Costs

After you meet the Part B deductible , you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount for your doctor's services and supplies.

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