Does Medicare cover dialysis?
Yes. Medicare pays for dialysis if you have kidney failure.
What will you pay?
With Original Medicare: You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the yearly Part B deductible ($283 in 2026).
With a Medicare Advantage plan: Medicare Advantage plans must cover it too, but your costs and rules can differ. Check your plan. Compare plans near you.
What are the rules?
- Most people get 3 treatments a week.
- It covers dialysis at a center or at home.
- In the hospital, Part A covers it.
What should you do next?
Find a dialysis centerSource: Medicare.gov: Dialysis services & supplies (opens in a new tab). Checked Oct 21, 2026. Costs are for 2026. This is general information, not medical advice.