Does Medicare Cover Physical Therapy?

Medicare covers much of the cost of physical therapy when it’s medically necessary. And it often is necessary for people age 65 and older. In 2019 nearly 3 million Medicare beneficiaries received PT for injury or illness or during surgical recovery, to reduce pain and increase mobility. What coverage does Original Medicare provide for physical... John Rossheim writes for NerdWallet.

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