Medicare Part B is a government-provided health insurance that covers a wide range of outpatient healthcare services, including:
- Doctor services: This includes visits with doctors, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers.
- Preventive services: This includes screenings, vaccines, and counseling to help prevent illness or detect it early.
- Medical equipment and supplies: This includes medically necessary durable medical equipment, like wheelchairs, walkers, and oxygen equipment.
- Outpatient care: This includes medically necessary services or procedures that don’t require an overnight hospital stay, such as laboratory tests, X-rays, and outpatient surgeries.
- Mental health services: This includes outpatient mental health care, including counseling and therapy services.
- Ambulance services: This includes medically necessary transportation in an ambulance to a hospital or other medical facility.
It’s important to note that while Part B covers many outpatient healthcare services, there are certain limitations and restrictions on coverage. Additionally, there may be deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance associated with certain services. It’s important to understand your coverage options and costs to make informed decisions about your healthcare.