03/14/2025
Please share with anyone you know that has Medicare and is interested in chiropractic care.
CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers manual manipulation of the spine by a chiropractor to correct a vertebral subluxation (when the spinal joints fail to move properly, but the contact between the joints remains intact).
Medicare doesn't cover other services or tests a chiropractor orders, including X-rays, massage therapy, and acupuncture.
Your costs in Original Medicare - After you meet the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare- Approved Amount
If you’re new to Medigap or have been enrolled for years, you may wonder if and how chiropractic services are covered by Medigap. Remember that Medigap only covers what Medicare approves, so the good news is chiropractic is covered, but the bad news is Medicare’s chiropractic coverage is pretty limited.
Medicare’s Chiropractic Coverage
Currently, Original Medicare’s chiropractic coverage is limited to manipulation of the spine for a subluxation. The good news is there is Part B does not put a cap on how many visits you can receive for this specific health service. It’s important to note that Medicare will not cover x-rays, other adjustments, or additional treatments at your chiropractor’s office. You may want to receive your X-rays and other treatments at your physical therapist’s office as this would be covered by Medicare and Medigap. Learn more Medicare’s physical therapy coverage.
