Medicare
Qualifications
Coverage for Walking Boots may be covered for ambulatory beneficiaries with weakness or
deformity of the foot AND ankle, who:
- Requires stabilization for medical reasons; and,
- Have the potential to benefit functionally.
Required Documentation for
Medicare
- Prescription – written or typed and
signed by the prescribing doctor
- Detailed Written
Order (completed) – MUST be reviewed, signed, and dated by
treating physician
- Chart
Notes - Including information why a walking boot is medically necessary (must comply with Qualifications)
If you are in need of more detailed information please click the link below to access
the LCD.
Walking Boots LCD