Original Medicare (Parts A & B): Hepatitis B and C Screenings

For those at medium to high risk for Hepatitis B virus (HBV) or at high risk for Hepatitis C (HCV). Hepatitis can cause liver damage.

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Cost
$0
Prior Authorization Required
No, but you must be considered medium to high risk
Provider Referral or Order Required
No

How To Receive

Details on how to apply

  1. If at moderate to high risk, request a provider conduct the screening(s).

  2. Attend the appointment and complete the screening(s).

  3. Engage in recommended follow-up treatment and/or referrals.

For more information on Medicare benefits and coverage, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) or visit the Medicare Benefits Website. TTY users, call 1-877-486-2048.

Availability
Once each for HBV & HCV; yearly for those at continued high risk for HCV

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Medicare covers Hepatitis B virus (HBV) screening for those at high risk. Screenings are available once a year for those who remain high risk and do not have the Hepatitis B vaccination series. There is an increased risk for Hepatitis B if one or more of the following apply:

Medicare covers Hepatitis C (HCV) screening for those who meet one or more of these conditions:

*For those at continued high risk for Hepatitis C (such as continued use of injected illicit drugs), yearly screenings are covered.

What is hepatitis?

Hepatitis literally means inflammation of the liver. The liver is a vital organ that performs many functions necessary for life. When it is damaged, function can decline, significantly impacting overall health and even leading to death.

There are several types of viral hepatitis, A through E. There are vaccines for types A and B only (HBV vaccine is covered under Medicare Part B and the Hepatitis A vaccine is covered under Part D).

(World Health Organization, 2023)

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