Diabetes affects circulation and nerve sensation in the feet. Over time, even small irritations — a tight shoe, a misplaced seam, a hardened insole — can develop into wounds that are slow to heal and difficult to treat. Properly fitted therapeutic footwear is one of the most effective preventive measures available.
Medicare and most major insurers recognize this and cover one pair of therapeutic shoes per calendar year, plus three pairs of custom inserts, for qualifying patients. Our team handles the documentation, coordinates with your physician, and ensures you receive the benefit you're entitled to — without the paperwork landing on you.
Medicare's Therapeutic Shoe Bill
To qualify for Medicare coverage, patients must have a diagnosis of diabetes and at least one qualifying foot condition (such as neuropathy, prior ulceration, foot deformity, or poor circulation), confirmed by a treating physician. We help patients navigate this verification at no cost — call us and we'll walk you through it.