Does Medicare Cover Investigational Procedures?

Routine costs associated with Medicare approved Clinical Trials is Medicare's financial responsibility. Experimental and investigational procedures, items and medications are not covered.

Does Medicare cover investigational drugs?

Medicare typically does not cover experimental and investigational procedures. An exemption for investigational devices, however, allows for coverage under some circumstances. Medicare also covers some of the costs associated with participating in clinical trials.

Does Medicare cover non FDA approved procedures?

Medicare does not cover items and services that are not reasonable and necessary for the diagnosis or treatment of an illness or injury or to improve the functioning of a malformed body member.