Does Medicare Cover Mental Health?
Yes. Medicare Part B covers outpatient mental health services including therapy, counseling, psychiatric visits, and medication management. Inpatient psychiatric care is covered under Part A. Telehealth mental health visits are also covered.
What Colorado beneficiaries should know
Plan availability and coverage details vary by county in Colorado. Urban areas like Denver and Colorado Springs typically have more plan options than rural counties. A licensed Medicare agent can look up plans specific to your ZIP code and help you understand what's covered.
You can also compare plans available in your area or call the Colorado SHIP program at 1-888-696-7213 for free counseling.