Does Medicare pay for arthritis medicine?
On One Hand: Medicare PaysIf you suffer from osteoarthritis, Medicare Part D will cover the cost of prescription anti-inflammatory drugs. If you suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, a more serious condition, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs are also covered by Medicare Part D. If your doctor feels that physical therapy or joint replacement is necessary, those will be covered by Medicare.On the Other: Limited CoverageMedicare will not pay for any over-the-counter drugs or for supplements. While your prescription drugs will likely be covered by Medicare Part D, if the cost of those drugs reaches the current coverage limit, Medicare will stop paying until your costs reach the catastrophic coverage phase.Bottom LineMedicare will pay for many medical treatments for arthritis and should cover the cost of most medications or therapies that your doctor may prescribe.
