Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Radiation Therapy?
Yes. Medicare covers radiation therapy.
Yes: Parts A and B
Source: Medicare.gov, Radiation therapy, checked October 23, 2026.
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Coverage at a glance
- Covered?
- Yes
- Which part
- Parts A and B
- Part B deductible 2026
- $283 a year (CMS). Part B premium $202.90 a month.
- Part A deductible 2026
- $1,736 per benefit period (CMS)
- Medicare.gov page
- Radiation therapy
Coverage details
Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) covers radiation therapy for hospital inpatients. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers radiation therapy for outpatients or patients in freestanding clinics.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
- If you’re an inpatient: You pay the Part A deductible and coinsurance (if applicable).
- If you’re an outpatient or in a freestanding clinic: You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount for the therapy after you meet the Part B deductible.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
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Questions
Does Medicare Cover Radiation Therapy?
Yes. Medicare covers radiation therapy.
Which part of Medicare covers Radiation Therapy?
Medicare.gov lists Radiation therapy under Parts A and B.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Radiation Therapy?
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Does Medicare Cover Radiation Therapy?
Yes. Medicare covers radiation therapy.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi