You might think that if you’re 65 or older and need a wheelchair or electric scooter to get around, Medicare would automatically cover it. But, as with so many areas of Medicare, things aren’t quite ...

Medicare pays 80% of the cost for a wheelchair or electric scooter if you need one to get around your house. Your doctor has to confirm that you need a wheelchair or scooter to function safely in your ...

Medicare does not cover the cost of wheelchair ramps because they are considered to be home modifications. However, some Medicaid programs may help with the cost. While Medicare will cover the cost of ...

People with difficulty operating a manual wheelchair may benefit from an electric wheelchair, also called a power wheelchair. Under Original Medicare, Medicare Part B may cover the cost of an electric ...

Using a secret-shopper approach where researchers posed as patients seeking care, the research team evaluated insurance acceptance, administrative requirements, delivery timelines and costs in two ...

Medicare Part B covers wheelchairs and scooters if you need one to get around your home due to a medical condition. To ensure coverage, your doctor and the mobility equipment supplier must submit ...