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  1. Renting and buying DME - Medicare Interactive

    May 1, 2025 · Depending on the type of durable medical equipment (DME) you need, Medicare may require that you either rent or buy it. Most equipment is initially rented, including many manual and …

  2. Special rules for oxygen equipment rental, repairs, and maintenance

    Apr 30, 2025 · Learn about oxygen equipment-related rental fees, maintenance responsibilities, and what happens after the rental period ends.

  3. DME repairs and maintenance - Medicare Interactive

    Apr 2, 2025 · Medicare’s coverage of more specialized DME repairs and maintenance depends on whether you or the supplier owns the equipment. Renting DME: As long as you are paying a monthly …

  4. Equipment and supplies excluded from Medicare coverage

    May 1, 2025 · Learn about common equipment and supplies that Medicare does not cover, such as home modifications and disposable supplies, and explore alternative coverage options.

  5. Replacing DME - Medicare Interactive

    May 1, 2025 · Medicare may cover replacements for lost, stolen, or damaged DME, but specific conditions apply. Find out when Medicare will replace your equipment, how often you can request a …

  6. Types of medical equipment Medicare covers for home use

    May 1, 2025 · Medicare Part B covers DME that meets specific criteria, such as being durable, medically necessary, and appropriate for home use. Learn what types of equipment Medicare covers, how to …

  7. Medicare Part B-covered services - Medicare Interactive

    Mar 31, 2025 · Medicare Part B helps cover outpatient services, including doctor visits, preventive care, durable medical equipment, home health care, ambulance services, and select prescription drugs.

  8. Glossary Archive - Medicare Interactive

    Dec 23, 2024 · Disenrollment DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies) Donut Hole Drug Class Drug Tiers Dual Eligible Durable Medical Equipment (DME) …

  9. DME supplier basics - Medicare Interactive

    May 1, 2025 · To get Medicare coverage for DME, you must use an approved supplier. Learn how to find Medicare-approved suppliers for Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans, and what …

  10. Original Medicare DME costs - Medicare Interactive

    May 1, 2025 · Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Original Medicare DME costs Learn why working with certain equipment suppliers matters and how to avoid unexpected charges. Last Updated: May 1, 2025