Walkers
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare Part B covers walkers as durable medical equipment (DME) when they are medically necessary for mobility assistance. Beneficiaries must meet specific medical requirements and obtain a prescription from a Medicare-approved healthcare provider.
- Walkers are covered under Medicare Part B as durable medical equipment
- Requires a doctor's prescription documenting medical necessity
- Must be prescribed for use in the patient's home
- Beneficiary can rent or purchase the walker
- Supplier must be Medicare-enrolled and approved
- Medicare Part B beneficiaries
- Individuals with documented mobility limitations
- Patients with a qualifying medical condition requiring walker assistance
- Beneficiary typically pays 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after meeting Part B deductible
- Medicare covers 80% of the walker's cost
- Actual out-of-pocket costs may vary by specific Medicare plan
- Walker must be medically necessary for mobility
- Limited to one walker per beneficiary at a time
- Must be prescribed by a Medicare-participating physician
- Coverage applies only when used for medical purposes
- Consult with your healthcare provider about walker medical necessity
- Get a detailed prescription specifying walker requirements
- Verify Medicare coverage with a Medicare-enrolled medical equipment supplier
- Check with your specific Medicare plan for exact coverage details
Last updated: 6/15/2025
Quick Information
- Provider
- Medicare
- Last Updated
- 6/15/2025
- Topics
- Medicare walkersdurable medical equipmentwalker coverageMedicare mobility aidsMedicare DME
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