Which part of Medicare covers DME equipment?

• A. Medicare Part A
• B. Medicare Part C
• C. Medicare Part D
• D. Medicare Part B

Answer: (D)

Durable Medical Equipment (DME) is covered by Medicare Part B because it falls under outpatient medical services and supplies that are prescribed for use in the home. Part B covers items like wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, hospital beds, and other equipment that is durable, medically necessary, and used to treat a medical condition outside of an inpatient setting. You generally obtain DME from a Medicare-approved supplier, with the usual Part B cost sharing (deductible and 20% coinsurance after the deductible). Part A covers inpatient hospital and related care, Part C (Medicare Advantage) bundles A and B (and sometimes other benefits), and Part D covers prescription drugs. So DME is a Part B coverage item.