Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Cognitive Assessments?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a separate visit for a cognitive assessment.
Yes: Part B
Source: Medicare.gov, Cognitive assessment & care plan services, 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
- Cognitive assessment & care plan services
Description
Cognitive assessments check for problems with a person's mental abilities, including things like memory and decision-making. During a cognitive assessment, your doctor or other health care provider may:
- Perform an exam, talk with you about your medical history, and review your medications.
- Identify your social supports, including care that your usual caregiver can provide.
- Create a care plan to help address and manage your symptoms.
- Help you develop or update your advance care plan.
- Refer you to a specialist, if needed.
- Help you understand more about community resources, like rehabilitation services, adult day health programs, and support groups.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Coverage details
Part B covers a separate visit with a health care provider to fully review your cognitive function, establish or confirm a diagnosis like dementia or Alzheimer's disease, and develop a care plan. Your provider might also give you a cognitive assessment to look for signs of dementia when you go for other visits, including your yearly preventive “Wellness” visit.
When you have an assessment, you can bring someone with you (like a spouse, friend, or caregiver) to help listen to information and answer questions.
Some people living with dementia (and their unpaid caregivers) may be able to get additional support through the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model pilot program. Talk to your provider for more information about this program and to find out if they’re participating.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
After you meet 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 Cognitive Assessments?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a separate visit for a cognitive assessment.
Which part of Medicare covers Cognitive Assessments?
Medicare.gov lists Cognitive assessment & care plan services under Part B.
How much do you pay for Cognitive Assessments with Medicare?
Per Medicare.gov: After the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Cognitive Assessments?
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 Cognitive Assessments?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a separate visit for a cognitive assessment.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi