Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Pulmonary Rehab?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation program if you’re eligible.
Yes: Part B
Source: Medicare.gov, Pulmonary rehabilitation programs, checked October 23, 2026.
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Coverage at a glance
- Covered?
- Yes
- Which part
- Part B
- Part B deductible 2026
- $283 a year (CMS). Part B premium $202.90 a month.
- Medicare.gov page
- Pulmonary rehabilitation programs
Description
Pulmonary rehabilitation programs help you breathe better, get stronger, and live more independently.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Who's eligible
- If you have moderate to very severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- If you've had confirmed or suspected COVID-19 and experience persistent symptoms including respiratory dysfunction for at least 4 weeks.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
- If you get the service in a doctor's office, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
- If you get the service in a hospital outpatient setting, you also pay the hospital a copayment every session.
- The Part B deductible applies.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Facility
You can get these services in a doctor’s office or a hospital outpatient setting that offers pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
National Coverage Determinations
- NCD 240.8: Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Version 1, effective September 25, 2007
An NCD is the national rule CMS writes for when Medicare pays for an item or service. Local coverage determinations (LCDs) from each Medicare contractor can add detail. Read the NCD text on the CMS site.
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Questions
Does Medicare Cover Pulmonary Rehab?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation program if you’re eligible.
Which part of Medicare covers Pulmonary Rehab?
Medicare.gov lists Pulmonary rehabilitation programs under Part B.
Is there a national coverage determination for Pulmonary Rehab?
Yes. CMS NCD 240.8, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services, version 1, effective 2007-09-25.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Pulmonary Rehab?
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 Pulmonary Rehab?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation program if you’re eligible.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi