![]() A person can contact their Advantage plan provider to check coverage, and also ask the following questions to confirm reimbursement: However, some Medicare Advantage plans provide some coverage for over-the-counter medical expenses, which may include compression socks and stockings. Original Medicare does not recognize compression socks/stockings as durable medical equipment (DME) and therefore does not provide coverage for the legwear. All plans must provide at least the same coverage as original Medicare (Part A and Part B), and may offer additional benefits.Ĭoverage for compression socks and stockings Part C is also known as Medicare Advantage and is offered by private insurance companies.Part B also covers some vaccines and injectable or intravenous medication infusions. Part B medical coverage helps pay for doctor’s visits and medical expenses, such as durable medical equipment.Part A pays for inpatient stays, such as at a hospital or inpatient rehabilitation facility.Medicare is federally regulated and has four parts. Hospitals most commonly use these compression types for surgical and post-surgical patients.Ĭompression legwear may also be constructed of different materials, where some feel more like hosiery (thin) while others are made of thicker sock material. ![]()
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