Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Practice Exam

Which service is NOT covered under Medicare Part B?

1. Outpatient physician visits

2. X-rays

3. Rehab

4. Eyeglasses

The correct answer is: Eyeglasses

Medicare Part B primarily covers medically necessary outpatient services, including physician visits, diagnostic tests such as X-rays, and certain forms of rehabilitation services. However, routine eyeglasses are generally not covered under Part B. While Part B may cover some vision services related to medical conditions (like post-cataract surgery, for example), it does not typically include the purchase of eyeglasses or contact lenses for vision correction as a standard benefit. Should an individual require corrective lenses for general vision issues, those costs usually fall outside the scope of Part B coverage. Instead, Medicare Part A might cover some aspects related to eye health during inpatient care, but it is the Supplemental Insurance or Medicare Advantage Plans that might provide additional coverage for vision care, including glasses and contacts.