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Medicare Wound Care Coverage

Understanding your benefits for chronic wound treatment

Good News: Medicare Covers Wound Care

Dr. Bennett accepts Medicare Part B for wound care services. Most chronic wound treatments are covered, and we handle all the billing for you.

Medicare Part B Wound Care Coverage

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers medically necessary wound care services when provided by a qualified healthcare provider. This includes home visits for patients who have difficulty traveling to a clinic.

Chronic wounds—those that don't heal within a normal timeframe—often require ongoing professional care. Medicare recognizes this need and provides coverage for the treatments that help these wounds heal.

What Services Are Typically Covered?

Wound Evaluation

Initial and ongoing assessments of your wound's condition, size, and healing progress.

Wound Debridement

Removal of dead or damaged tissue to promote healing.

Wound Dressings

Application of specialized dressings and bandages.

Compression Therapy

Compression bandaging for venous ulcers and lymphedema.

Wound Types Covered by Medicare

Medicare typically covers treatment for chronic wounds, including:

  • Diabetic foot ulcers
  • Venous leg ulcers
  • Pressure ulcers (bedsores)
  • Arterial ulcers
  • Surgical wounds that won't heal
  • Traumatic wounds
  • Burn wounds
  • Radiation wounds

Understanding Your Costs

With Medicare Part B coverage:

80%

Medicare pays

20%

You pay (or Medigap)

$0

With some Medigap plans

After meeting your annual Part B deductible, Medicare typically pays 80% of the approved amount for wound care services. You're responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance.

Have a Medigap (Medicare Supplement) plan? Many Medigap plans cover part or all of your 20% coinsurance, potentially reducing your out-of-pocket costs to $0.

Medicare Advantage Plans

If you have a Medicare Advantage plan (Part C), wound care services are generally covered, but your costs may vary depending on your specific plan. Dr. Bennett's office will verify your coverage before your first visit.

We Handle the Paperwork

Navigating Medicare coverage can be confusing. That's why Dr. Bennett's office takes care of:

  • Insurance verification — We confirm your coverage before your first appointment.
  • Prior authorization — If required, we obtain any necessary approvals.
  • Claims submission — We bill Medicare directly for covered services.
  • Secondary billing — We bill your Medigap or secondary insurance for remaining costs.
  • Cost estimates — We provide estimated out-of-pocket costs before treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Medicare covers medically necessary home visits for wound care when the patient has difficulty traveling to a clinic due to their condition or mobility limitations.

The frequency of visits depends on your wound's needs. Medicare covers visits as often as medically necessary—this could range from weekly to more frequent visits for complex wounds.

Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not require referrals to see specialists. However, some Medicare Advantage plans may require referrals. We'll help you understand your plan's requirements.

Medicare Part B covers surgical dressings when ordered by a physician for treatment of a wound. Dr. Bennett can prescribe the necessary supplies and help coordinate coverage.

Schedule Your Visit

Medicare accepted. We verify your coverage before your first appointment.

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What to Have Ready

When you call to schedule, please have:

  • Medicare card (red, white & blue)
  • Medicare Advantage card (if applicable)
  • Medigap card (if applicable)
  • List of current medications
  • Brief wound history
We Accept
  • Medicare Part B
  • Medicare Advantage plans
  • Medigap/Supplement plans
  • Most private insurance

Medicare Covers Your Wound Care

Don't let cost concerns keep you from getting the care you need.

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