Does Medicare cover custom shoes for Charcot foot?
Yes — Charcot foot (Charcot neuroarthropathy) qualifies for custom-molded diabetic shoes under the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Benefit. Standard depth shoes are inadequate for Charcot deformity. Your podiatrist documents the medical necessity.
The short version
Yes — Charcot foot (Charcot neuroarthropathy) qualifies for custom-molded diabetic shoes under the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Benefit. Standard depth shoes are inadequate for Charcot deformity. Your podiatrist documents the medical necessity.
About Diabetic Shoes
Medicare-covered therapeutic shoes. Covered under Medicare Part B (HCPCS A5500). Most-requested brands: Dr. Comfort, Orthofeet, Apex.
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