Does Medicare pay for telehealth visits with specialists, or is it limited to primary care?

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Steve Houchens · Accepted Answer

Yes many do. It’s important to know the limitations involved for your specific plan, so be sure to ask questions and check those situations before you make a choice on your plan if that’s an important issue for you.

Answered by Steve Houchens on April 10, 2025

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Robert Fracchia · Answer

YES....   there is a $0 copay for virtual visits with primary care, specialist and behavioral health providers

Jay Carlton · Answer

Medicare's Part B allows for you to do telehealth with both a Primary Care and a Specialist. They are covered in the same way as if you wast to go in person.

Bruce Kern · Answer

IT DEPENDS ON WHICH MEDICARE iNSURANCE PLAN YOU ARE ON.
Weather you are on Medicare Advantage or a Medicare supplement Plan.

Gary Henderson · Answer

Yes, Medicare does cover telehealth visits, both through Original Medicare (Parts A and B) and Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare Part B covers a range of telehealth services, including routine office visits, consultations, and certain mental health services

Answered by Gary Henderson on April 19, 2025

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Rachael Metcalf · Answer

Medicare does not. But your Medicare Advantage plan will have that benefit included. It is not just limited to primary care.  (covers, PCP, spec, rehab and mental health therapy)

Barbara Barnes, CMIP® · Answer

Medicare pays for Medical visits with primary care doctors and specialists, as long as they’re medically necessary.

Dominic Javier · Answer

To get an E-visit, Telehealth, you must request one with your doctor or other provider. You will pay the 20% of the Medicare-approved amount for your doctor's or other provider services. The Part B deductible applies. The E-visits allow you to talk with your provider using an online patient portal.

Answered by Dominic Javier on April 22, 2025

Broker Licensed in TX

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Britania James · Answer

Many Medicare Advantage plans cover telehealth visits. It depends on the specific plan. Review the Summary of Benefits for your specific plan for coverage of telehealth.

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