Are dentures covered by Medicare?

Most dental procedures, dental equipment, or supplies aren’t covered by Medicare, including cleanings, fillings, tooth extractions, dentures, dental plates, or other dental devices. The hospital insurance part of Medicare covers certain dental services you receive while you are in a hospital. Even though Part A doesn’t cover dental care, it can cover emergency or complicated dental problems. 

About Medicare
In Australia, health care is largely funded by Medicare, the publicly funded universal health care system. Medicare is available to you if:

• Your nationality is Australian or New Zealand;
• your residency status is permanent in Australia;
• in addition to meeting a few basic requirements, you have applied for permanent residency;
• Another country covers your health insurance under a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement.

When you meet any of the criteria listed above, you will be eligible to receive a Medicare card. The entitlement to Medicare for children aged 15 and over is separate from their parents. Children younger than 15 are eligible with their parents’ Medicare.

Medicare pays for only those dental treatments that are necessary for the patient’s well-being. However, Medicare does not cover cosmetic procedures that enhance the appearance of your smile. However, in certain states and territories, dental procedures such as diagnostic, preventative, and restorative are covered by Medicare (partial or full cost).

Medicare covers the cost of a tooth extraction procedure, but the cost of the replacement dentures after the procedure is not. Similarly, suppose you have suffered a facial injury in a car accident and require tooth extraction as part of a surgical procedure. In that case, Medicare will cover the cost of your tooth extraction but won’t cover any subsequent dental work you might need.

To have better clarity on what Medicare covers and whatnot, you must talk to their consultants. You can choose a Medicare health plan according to your requirements. 

Schedule your appointment with a dentist today and get the treatment on time!