Medicare Approved Back Braces

The formal terminology for a back brace is lumbosacral orthosis. When a medical condition requires it, all back braces are under Medicare coverage. Coverage for back braces and supports include lumbosacral orthosis when it’s medically necessary.

While Medicare and other insurance plans have coverage for braces, not all qualify. There are various prequalification conditions one must meet for medical insurance to pay for the cost of braces. Standard requirements include:

• The brace has to be prescribed as necessary by a licensed doctor
• The brace must provide therapeutic value to users
• The brace must be prescribed for regular use
• The healthcare provider and brace supplier must accept Medicare assignment

Other medical insurance plans may have extra requirements, so it is essential to understand how your coverage works.

Back braces can be very beneficial to seniors with injuries or chronic conditions that cause pain. Professionally fit back braces recommended by your doctor can provide a safe and non-invasive solution to your condition. With guidance from your physician regarding time worn and specific exercises, wearing a back brace can have many positive benefits, including:

• Assist in the healing process after an acute injury
• Decrease the chance of further injury
• Help control pain and discomfort
• Support weakened muscles
• Promote good posture

If you have Original Medicare, you will pay 20% of the Medicare-approved cost and the Part B deductible applies as long as your physician and supplier accept assignment and are currently participating in Medicare.

Many people with Original Medicare decide to purchase supplemental insurance to help cover their out-of-pocket costs. If you have purchased a Medigap policy, it may help cover some of the coinsurance or deductible costs