Radiation therapy
Medicare covers radiation therapy
Coverage details
Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) covers radiation therapy for hospital inpatients. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers radiation therapy for outpatients or patients in freestanding clinics.
Costs
- If you’re an inpatient: You pay the Part A deductible and coinsurance (if applicable).
- If you’re an outpatient or in a freestanding clinic: You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount for the therapy after you meet the Part B deductible.