Medicare coverage · Texas
Does Medicare Cover Weight-Loss Counseling?
Covered by Original MedicareYes. For people with a body mass index of 30 or more, Medicare Part B covers obesity behavioral therapy — counseling visits with your primary care provider — at no cost to you. This is separate from weight-loss surgery or prescription drugs, which follow their own rules.
Reviewed for the 2026 plan year · Source: Medicare.gov
How to get weight-loss counseling covered in Texas
Medicare covers weight-loss counseling 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 weight-loss counseling?
Yes. For people with a body mass index of 30 or more, Medicare Part B covers obesity behavioral therapy — counseling visits with your primary care provider — at no cost to you. This is separate from weight-loss surgery or prescription drugs, which follow their own rules.
Do Medicare Advantage plans in Texas cover weight-loss counseling?
Medicare Advantage plans must cover at least what Original Medicare covers for weight-loss counseling, and a few add extra help. We can confirm the specifics for the plans in your Texas county at no cost.
How much does weight-loss counseling 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.