Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Stool DNA Tests?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers at-home multi-target stool DNA tests, if you’re eligible.
Yes: Part B
Source: Medicare.gov, Multi-target stool DNA tests (screening), checked October 23, 2026.
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Coverage at a glance
- Covered?
- Yes
- Which part
- Part B
- What you pay
- You pay nothing if your provider accepts assignment.
- How often
- Every 3 years
- Type
- Preventive service
- Part B deductible 2026
- $283 a year (CMS). Part B premium $202.90 a month.
- Medicare.gov page
- Multi-target stool DNA tests (screening)
Description
Multi-target stool DNA screening tests check for genetic changes in a sample of your stool to look for signs of colon cancer in colon or rectum.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Who's eligible
You must meet all of these conditions:
- You’re between 45-85.
- You show no symptoms of colorectal disease including, but not limited to:
- Lower gastrointestinal pain
- Blood in stool
- Positive guaiac fecal occult blood test or fecal immunochemical test
- You’re at average risk for developing colorectal cancer, meaning:
- You have no personal history of adenomatous polyps, colorectal cancer, or inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis).
- You have no family history of colorectal cancers or adenomatous polyps, familial adenomatous polyposis, or hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
- You pay nothing for these tests if your doctor or other health care provider accepts assignment.
- If you get a positive result after a multi-target stool DNA screening test, Medicare also covers a follow-up colonoscopy as a screening test.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
How often
Every 3 years.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
National Coverage Determinations
- NCD 210.3: Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Version 8, effective June 8, 2026
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 Stool DNA Tests?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers at-home multi-target stool DNA tests, if you’re eligible.
Which part of Medicare covers Stool DNA Tests?
Medicare.gov lists Multi-target stool DNA tests (screening) under Part B.
How much do you pay for Stool DNA Tests with Medicare?
Per Medicare.gov: You pay nothing if your provider accepts assignment.
Is there a national coverage determination for Stool DNA Tests?
Yes. CMS NCD 210.3, Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests, version 8, effective 2026-06-08.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Stool DNA 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 Stool DNA Tests?
Yes. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers at-home multi-target stool DNA tests, if you’re eligible.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi