Frozen Shoulder Treatment Coverage with medicare-advantage
Compare medicare-advantage coverage for 3 treatments commonly used for frozen shoulder. Find out what's covered, requirements, and estimated costs.
Treatment Options & Coverage
Cortisone Injections
Typically CoveredRequirements: Medical necessity
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Typically CoveredRequirements: Plan must cover viscosupplementation (most do) • May require in-network provider +1 more
Physical Therapy
Typically CoveredRequirements: In-network provider typically required • May have different visit limits than Original Medicare
Coverage Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of medicare-advantage coverage for frozen shoulder treatments.
| Treatment | Covered? | Prior Auth | Est. Cost | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortisone Injections | No | $100-$300 per injection (with insurance copay typically $20-$50) | strong | |
| Hyaluronic Acid Injections | Required | $300-$1,500 per injection series (without insurance) | moderate | |
| Physical Therapy | No | $75-$150 per session (before insurance) | strong |
Recommended Approach
Based on medicare-advantage coverage for frozen shoulder, 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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