Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Artificial Limbs and Eyes?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary artificial eyes, legs, and arms when a doctor or other health care provider orders them.
Yes: Part B
Source: Medicare.gov, Artificial eyes & limbs, checked October 23, 2026.
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Coverage at a glance
- Covered?
- Yes
- Which part
- Part B
- What you pay
- After the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
- Part B deductible 2026
- $283 a year (CMS). Part B premium $202.90 a month.
- Medicare.gov page
- Artificial eyes & limbs
Description
Artificial eyes and limbs (also called "prosthetics") are devices that replace a missing body part.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
After the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
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Questions
Does Medicare Cover Artificial Limbs and Eyes?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary artificial eyes, legs, and arms when a doctor or other health care provider orders them.
Which part of Medicare covers Artificial Limbs and Eyes?
Medicare.gov lists Artificial eyes & limbs under Part B.
How much do you pay for Artificial Limbs and Eyes with Medicare?
Per Medicare.gov: After the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Artificial Limbs and Eyes?
Medicare Advantage plans must cover what Original Medicare covers and some offer extra benefits. Check the plan's Evidence of Coverage. Rivvi does not recommend plans.
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Does Medicare Cover Artificial Limbs and Eyes?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary artificial eyes, legs, and arms when a doctor or other health care provider orders them.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi