What does Medicare Part B NOT cover?

Medicare Part B primarily covers medical services and supplies that are deemed necessary for outpatient care. It includes physician visits, preventive services, outpatient hospital care, and medically necessary home health services, among other things.

Custodial care, on the other hand, is not covered by Medicare Part B. This type of care generally involves assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating and is often provided in nursing homes or through home health aides. Custodial care is not considered a medically necessary service but rather support for non-medical needs, which is why it falls outside the scope of coverage under Medicare Part B.

Ambulance services, routine annual check-ups (also known as preventive services), and inpatient mental health services are all covered under Medicare in some capacity. Preventive services help to maintain health and detect health issues early, while inpatient mental health services are included under Medicare Part A and sometimes Part B, depending on the situation. Thus, the exclusion of custodial care makes it the correct answer regarding what Medicare Part B does not cover.