Medicare Part B covers alcohol misuse screening and counseling once per year. The screening is covered at no cost. If alcohol misuse is identified, Medicare covers up to 4 brief counseling sessions per year.
Key Points
- Alcohol misuse screening: once per year
- Covered at no cost under Medicare Part B
- If alcohol misuse identified: up to 4 brief counseling sessions per year
- Counseling sessions: covered at no cost
- An independent agent can help you understand your preventive care coverage