Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Prosthetic Devices?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers prosthetic devices when a doctor or other health care provider orders them.
Yes: Part B
Source: Medicare.gov, Prosthetic devices, checked October 23, 2026.
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Coverage at a glance
- Covered?
- Yes
- Which part
- Part B
- What you pay
- After you meet 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
- Prosthetic devices
Description
Prosthetic devices replace a body part or function. Examples of Part B-covered prosthetic devices include:
- Breast prostheses (including a surgical bra).
- Enteral and parenteral nutrition.
- One pair of conventional eyeglasses or contact lenses provided after a covered cataract surgery.
- Ostomy bags and certain related supplies.
- Some surgically implanted prosthetic devices, including cochlear implants.
- Urological supplies.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Coverage details
Either Part A or Part B covers a surgically implanted prosthetic device depending on if the surgery takes place in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Provider requirements
Medicare will only pay for a prosthetic device from a supplier that participates in Medicare, whether you or your provider submits the claim.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
After you meet the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
Some states may require prior authorization for certain types of lower-limb prosthetics before Medicare will pay.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
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Questions
Does Medicare Cover Prosthetic Devices?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers prosthetic devices when a doctor or other health care provider orders them.
Which part of Medicare covers Prosthetic Devices?
Medicare.gov lists Prosthetic devices under Part B.
How much do you pay for Prosthetic Devices with Medicare?
Per Medicare.gov: After you meet the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Prosthetic Devices?
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 Prosthetic Devices?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers prosthetic devices when a doctor or other health care provider orders them.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi