What is not covered by Medicare Part A and Part B?

Medicare Part A and Part B does not cover every medical procedure. If you find that some of the services you need are not covered under Medicare, you will need to cover the remainder yourself. If you have supplemental insurance or additional Medicare plans, they may offer the necessary coverage.

Medicare Part A and Part B cover hospital stays, outpatient care, medical supplies and more. However, even if Medicare Part A and Part B covers medical procedures, the plans still require a co-payment, a deductible or co-insurance.

Some of the services that Medicare Part A and Part B do not cover are:

• Routine foot care
• Hearing aids
• Exams for fitting hearing aids
• Eye exams for prescribing glasses
• Dentures
• Long-term care/custodial care
• Cosmetic surgery
• Acupuncture
• Most dental care
• Treatment not medically necessary
• Vaccinations/Immunizations
• Prescription drugs taken at home
• Non-prescription drugs