By Jim MillerDear Savvy Senior,Does Medicare cover physical therapy, and if so, how much coverage do they provide? My 66-year-old husband was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and will need ongoing physical therapy to help keep him moving. Worried WifeDear Worried,Yes, Medicare does indeed pay for physical therapy along with occupational and speech therapy too, if he needs it, as long as it’s prescribed by his doctor. For outpatient therapy, Medicare will pay 80 percent of the Medicare-approved amount after you meet your Part B deductible ($226 in 2023). However, some Advantage plans may require a person to use services from physical therapy practices within an agreed network.

Source: The Express Tribune May 25, 2023 16:56 UTC