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Coverage under Medicare
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Medicare generally does not cover routine foot care. However, foot care services may be billed if you are actively treated by a doctor for a medical condition affecting circulation of the legs or feet.
Medicare Part B covers the services of a podiatrist (foot doctor) for medically necessary treatment of injuries or diseases of the foot (such as hammer toe, bunion deformities and heel spurs).
For information about Therapeutic Shoes please refer to the coverage information listed under Diabetic Supplies.
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The amount you need to pay
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You pay 100% for routine foot care.
You pay 20% of Medicare-approved amounts.
For more information, you may call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
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The part of Medicare that pays for this service or supply
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Part B Benefit
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Medicare Contact for additional information
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State of Illinois Carrier: 1-800-633-4227
1-800-MEDICARE
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Important notes
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- You must pay an annual $135 (in 2009) deductible for Part B services and supplies before Medicare begins to pay its share.
- Actual amounts you must pay may be higher if a doctor, health care provider, or supplier does not accept assignment.
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Additional Information
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There are 0 Local Medical Review Policies (LMRPs) and 2 National Coverage Determinations (NCDs) written that explain when services or supplies are covered, including when they are considered medically necessary.
For more information about LMRPs and NCDs for these services or supplies, please visit the
Medicare Coverage Database on www.cms.hhs.gov.
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