Medicare Part B covers chiropractic care (manual manipulation of the spine) when it is medically necessary to correct a subluxation. Medicare does not cover other chiropractic services such as X-rays or massage therapy. You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the Part B deductible.
Key Points
- Medicare covers chiropractic manipulation of the spine when medically necessary
- Medicare does not cover chiropractic X-rays or massage therapy
- You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the Part B deductible
- Medicare Supplement Plan G covers the 20% coinsurance
- An independent agent can help you understand your chiropractic coverage