Will medicare pay for medical alert bracelets?

Medicare generally does not provide coverage for medical alert bracelets or systems used primarily as a device to call for help during accidents or life-threatening medical events. These devices are considered personal convenience items.

However, in limited situations, Medicare Part C Medicare Advantage plans (offered by private insurance companies) can provide supplemental benefits not usually covered by Original Medicare Part A or Part B. Some Medicare Advantage plans may offer coverage for medical alert bracelets as preventive measures to promote greater health and security for their patients.

To determine coverage specific to you in terms of medical alert systems or other medical services and devices, it is best to directly engage with Medicare or your Medicare Advantage plan provider to seek detailed and up-to-date guidelines related to the scope of benefits they offer.