Can Medicare pay for my groceries?

Answered by 3 licensed agents

Medicare itself doesn’t pay for groceries—Original Medicare sticks to medical coverage and doesn’t touch stuff like food benefits. But I’ve noticed more Medicare Advantage plans stepping up with ancillary extras, like grocery allowances, built into many options now, especially for folks with specific health needs. It’s not universal, though—depends on the plan and if you qualify, so you’d need to check what’s offered where you are.

Answered by Brian Moore on March 26, 2025

Broker Licensed in OH

Answered by Brian Moore Medicare Insurance Agent
Great question. Most Medicare Advantage DUAL plans for folks with Medicare and Medicaid have a monthly healthy grocery benefit so no cigarettes, alcohol or non-food products. There are a couple of Medicare Advantage plans which may help with groceries for people with A and B Medicare so you don't necessarily have to be on Medicaid to participate but check with your independent agent to find out which plans help with groceries and if you qualify for the added benefit.

Answered by Clarence "Mark" Christiansen on April 3, 2025

Agent Licensed in WI, AZ, CA & 16 other states

Answered by Clarence "Mark" Christiansen Medicare Insurance Agent
I know some medicare advantage plans give members what is called an OTC allowance. Supplements cost more than most advantage plans and do not offer help with your grocery bill.

Answered by Vincent Esposito on March 26, 2025

Broker Licensed in NY, FL & NJ

Answered by Vincent Esposito Medicare Insurance Agent

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