Fibromyalgia × unitedhealthcare
Fibromyalgia Treatment Coverage with unitedhealthcare
Compare unitedhealthcare coverage for 6 treatments commonly used for fibromyalgia. Find out what's covered, requirements, and estimated costs.
4 Covered
2 Not Covered
Treatment Options & Coverage
Joint Supplements
Not Covered $15-$60 per month
Massage Therapy
Not Covered $60-$120 per session
Oral Medications
Typically Covered $5-$50 per month (OTC); $30-$200 (prescription)
Physical Therapy
Typically Covered $75-$150 per session (before insurance)
TENS / Electrotherapy
Typically Covered $30-$100 for home units; $50-$150 per clinical session
Topical Treatments
Typically Covered $10-$30 (OTC); $50-$300 (prescription)
Coverage Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of unitedhealthcare coverage for fibromyalgia treatments.
| Treatment | Covered? | Prior Auth | Est. Cost | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joint Supplements | No | $15-$60 per month | limited | |
| Massage Therapy | No | $60-$120 per session | limited | |
| Oral Medications | No | $5-$50 per month (OTC); $30-$200 (prescription) | strong | |
| Physical Therapy | No | $75-$150 per session (before insurance) | strong | |
| TENS / Electrotherapy | No | $30-$100 for home units; $50-$150 per clinical session | moderate | |
| Topical Treatments | No | $10-$30 (OTC); $50-$300 (prescription) | moderate |
Recommended Approach
Based on unitedhealthcare coverage for fibromyalgia, we recommend:
- 1 Start with covered conservative options (physical therapy, oral medications)
- 2 If insufficient relief, progress to injection therapies
- 3 Document treatment history for any prior authorization requirements
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