Speech-language pathology services
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary outpatient speech-language pathology services if you’re eligible
Description
Speech-language pathology services provide evaluation and treatment to regain and strengthen speech and language skills. This includes cognitive and swallowing skills, or therapy to improve or maintain current function or slow decline.
Who's eligible
Your doctor or other health care provider (including a nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, or physician assistant) must certify you need this care.
Costs
After you meet the Part B deductible , you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount .
How often
There's no limit on how much Medicare pays for your medically necessary outpatient speech-language pathology services in one calendar year.