Dialysis services & supplies
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare provides comprehensive coverage for dialysis services and supplies for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Beneficiaries can receive both in-center and home dialysis treatments, with coverage under Medicare Part A and Part B.
- Covers in-center and home dialysis treatments
- Includes dialysis equipment and medical supplies
- Covers dialysis-related physician services
- Available for patients with end-stage renal disease
- Supports both self-dialysis and professional dialysis services
- Medicare beneficiaries with end-stage renal disease
- Patients who have permanent kidney failure
- Individuals receiving dialysis treatments
- Those who meet Social Security disability requirements
- Part A covers inpatient dialysis services
- Part B covers outpatient dialysis treatments
- Typically pays 80% of approved dialysis costs
- Beneficiary responsible for 20% coinsurance after meeting annual deductible
- Must be medically necessary
- Requires diagnosis of end-stage renal disease
- Some specialized equipment may have additional restrictions
- Coverage may vary for home dialysis training and support
- Consult with your nephrologist about Medicare dialysis coverage
- Contact Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE for specific coverage details
- Review your specific Medicare plan for exact coverage terms
- Discuss home dialysis options with your healthcare provider
Last updated: 6/15/2025
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- Medicare
- Last Updated
- 6/15/2025
- Topics
- Medicare dialysiskidney failure treatmentdialysis coverageend-stage renal diseaseMedicare Part B
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