Medicare Coverage for Parkinson's Disease (2026)

What Medicare covers for Parkinson's

• Neurologist/movement disorder specialist visits: Under Part B.
• Levodopa-carbidopa (Sinemet, Rytary, Duopa): Tablets under Part D; Duopa intestinal gel under Part B as DME.
• Other medications: Pramipexole, ropinirole, rasagiline, amantadine — most generics on Tier 1.
• Deep brain stimulation (DBS): Surgery covered under Part A; programming under Part B.
• Physical, occupational, speech therapy: Under Part B with medical necessity (no annual visit cap).
• Home health care: Skilled nursing, therapy at home for homebound patients.
• Durable medical equipment: Walkers, wheelchairs, hospital beds.

Best plan structure for Parkinson's

Original Medicare + Medigap Plan G is usually best — predictable costs, broad specialist access, no network restrictions on which neurologist or DBS surgeon you can see.

For advanced disease requiring extensive home health and DME, dual eligibility (Medicare + Medicaid) opens up D-SNP options with comprehensive wraparound benefits.