Does Medicare cover a lift chair?
Sometimes. Part B may pay for the lift part of the chair, not the chair itself.
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?
- You must have bad hip or knee arthritis, or a muscle or nerve disease.
- Without it, you would be stuck in a chair or bed.
- Your doctor must order it.
What should you do next?
Find a medical equipment supplierSource: CMS National Coverage Determinations Manual, §280.4 Seat Lift (opens in a new tab). Checked Oct 21, 2026. Costs are for 2026. This is general information, not medical advice.