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Why doesn't Medicare cover the cost of acupuncture?
Acupuncture is considered an alterntive treatment. Insurance and medicare does not cover alternative treatments. The reasons for this have their roots in history and the development of pharmeceudical medicine. Alternative treatments are not considered "proven scientific practices," even though acupuncture, herbal treatments, and other alternative treatments have been used with success for decades or centuries.
Does Medicare cover the cost of acupuncture?
From the 2009 Publication "Medicare and You" on www.medicare.gov : "What's NOT Covered by Part A and Part B? Items and services that Medicare doesn't cover include, but aren't limited to, the following: ■■Acupuncture. "
How does our acupuncture office get a Medicare denial letter saying that Medicare doesn't pay for acupuncture?
You are correct that Medicare does not cover Acupuncture at this time, and that a "For Denial Purposes Only" letter must be obtained and sent to the secondary insurance carrier as long as the secondary carrier covers Acupuncture performed by a Licensed Acupuncturist in the state where services have been provided.
What mentally ill services are covered by social security?
If you mean by Medicare (social security doesn't 'cover' treatments), mental health counseling, and hospital treatments are covered. Medicare part D plans (the drug plans) will cover a variety of medications, but some (like xanax) are excluded by many.
Are my diabetic supplies covered by medicare?
In most cases, Medicare is known to cover diabetic supplies and treatments. Be sure to consider all the plans and see which one is beneficial to your needs.
Does Medicare pay for Hyperbertic Treatments for diabetics?
You can get the information about Medicare pay for Hyperbertic Treatments for diabetics from www.cdc.gov/diabetes/faq/financial.htm
What are some popular alternative treatments for dysmenorrhea?
Acupuncture and Chinese herbs are another popular alternative treatments for cramps.
Can acupuncture help with Cyclic vomiting syndrome?
According to a 1999 article in the journal Medical Acupuncture, weekly outpatient acupuncture treatments are also helpful to some children with CVS
Does medicare cover willow curve?
Does medicare cover willow curve
Does Medicare cover surgical stockings?
No Medicare does not cover surgical stockings
Does medicare part b cover aquatic therapy?
does medicare cover aquatherapy
Can Medicare refuse treatments for heart problems in patients over 75 years old?
Yes, Medicare can refuse treatments for heart problems in elderly patients. If Medicare believes that there are cheaper and equally effective alternatives, or believes that the treatments are not evidence-based, they may be refused.
