Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Blood Work and Lab Tests?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary diagnostic laboratory tests.
Yes: Part B
Source: Medicare.gov, Diagnostic laboratory tests, checked October 23, 2026.
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Coverage at a glance
- Covered?
- Yes
- Which part
- Part B
- What you pay
- You usually pay nothing.
- Part B deductible 2026
- $283 a year (CMS). Part B premium $202.90 a month.
- Medicare.gov page
- Diagnostic laboratory tests
Description
Diagnostic laboratory tests look for changes in your health and help your doctor or other health care provider diagnose or rule out a suspected illness or condition. These tests may include certain blood tests, urinalysis, and certain tests on tissue specimens.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Coverage details
Part B covers medically necessary diagnostic laboratory tests when your health care provider orders them. Medicare also covers some preventive tests and screenings to help prevent or find a medical problem.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
You usually pay nothing for Medicare-covered diagnostic laboratory tests.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
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Questions
Does Medicare Cover Blood Work and Lab Tests?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary diagnostic laboratory tests.
Which part of Medicare covers Blood Work and Lab Tests?
Medicare.gov lists Diagnostic laboratory tests under Part B.
How much do you pay for Blood Work and Lab Tests with Medicare?
Per Medicare.gov: You usually pay nothing.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Blood Work and Lab Tests?
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 Blood Work and Lab Tests?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary diagnostic laboratory tests.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi