Which services are included under Medicare Part B coverage?

Medicare Part B is designed to cover a variety of outpatient services and preventive care, which includes essential healthcare services that help with diagnosis, treatment, and management of various conditions. Specifically, it covers medically necessary and preventive services, as well as outpatient care, which is critical in maintaining individual health and preventing more severe health issues.

Occupational therapy, office visits, and physical therapy all fall under the services provided by Medicare Part B. These services are essential for helping beneficiaries manage chronic conditions, recover from surgeries or injuries, and support overall physical wellness. Office visits allow patients to receive consultation and treatment from healthcare providers, while both occupational and physical therapy are focused on restoring and improving function, mobility, and daily living skills.

In contrast, the other options include services that either do not fall under Part B coverage or have specific limitations that prevent their inclusion. Emergency care and dental visits are typically not covered under Part B; dental care, in particular, is usually excluded unless it is deemed medically necessary due to a condition that requires hospitalization. Chiropractic care and acupuncture have very limited coverage under Medicare, primarily for specific conditions and not as a general form of treatment. Long-term care is predominantly not covered under Medicare, which focuses instead on short-term rehabilitation services in skilled nursing