Medically Necessary Care

Quick Description

Medically necessary care is essential for effective diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.

Full Description

Medically necessary care is care that is essential, reasonable, and appropriate for diagnosis, treatment, or follow-up care. This includes supplies, medications, and medical devices. 

Qualified health care providers determine and prescribe medically necessary care to treat conditions, illnesses, diseases, or injuries. 

Long-Term Care Insurance policies will pay for any medically necessary skilled services or custodial care.