Medicare coverage · Texas
Does Medicare Cover Prostate Cancer Screening?
Covered by Original MedicareYes. Medicare Part B covers a yearly PSA blood test for men over 50 at no cost to you, plus a digital rectal exam once every 12 months (with the standard 20% coinsurance for the exam). These are part of Medicare's preventive benefits.
Reviewed for the 2026 plan year · Source: Medicare.gov
How to get prostate cancer screening covered in Texas
Medicare covers prostate cancer screening as one of the preventive and diagnostic services Original Medicare pays for in full — typically at no cost to you when your provider accepts Medicare assignment. We help Texas clients confirm it is billed correctly and compare any extra benefits a Medicare Advantage plan adds, at no cost.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Original Medicare cover prostate cancer screening?
Yes. Medicare Part B covers a yearly PSA blood test for men over 50 at no cost to you, plus a digital rectal exam once every 12 months (with the standard 20% coinsurance for the exam). These are part of Medicare's preventive benefits.
Do Medicare Advantage plans in Texas cover prostate cancer screening?
Medicare Advantage plans must cover at least what Original Medicare covers for prostate cancer screening, and a few add extra help. We can confirm the specifics for the plans in your Texas county at no cost.
How much does prostate cancer screening cost with Medicare?
Your cost depends on your specific plan, where you live in Texas, and your providers. We compare every option in your county side by side — free, with no obligation — so you see the real total cost before you choose.