Medicare Part B (Original Medicare)

Medicare Part B covers acupuncture only for chronic low back pain.
To qualify, the pain must:

• Last 12 weeks or longer,
• Have no known systemic cause (such as cancer, inflammation, or infection),
• Not be associated with surgery or pregnancy.

What’s covered:

• Up to 12 visits in 90 days,
• Up to 8 additional visits if you show measurable improvement (for a total of 20 visits per year).

Who can provide the service:

• Treatments must be performed by, or under the supervision of, a physician or qualified practitioner credentialed under Medicare guidelines.
• Licensed acupuncturists can provide treatment if they meet these requirements and bill appropriately.Co-Pays are assessed based on Part B and Supplemental Plan