Medicare.gov: Tips On Caring For Your Mental Health

Mental health & substance use disorders
Medicare covers certain screenings, services, and programs that aid in the treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, the free and confidential Suicide Crisis Lifeline. You can call and speak with a trained crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also connect with a counselor through web chat at 988lifeline.org. Call 911 if you’re in immediate medical crisis.

Services & programs Medicare covers

Medicare covers a wide range of behavioral health services, including inpatient, outpatient, and more.

If you’re eligible for Medicare and Medicaid you may have even more coverage than what’s listed here. Call your State Medical Assistance (Medicaid) office to find out what other health services may be covered in your state.

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