Medicare 2026 covers diabetic foot care, surgical podiatric services, and therapeutic shoes for qualifying patients — but routine nail trimming and general foot care require documented medical necessity.
You’re in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what Medicare foot care coverage 2026 means and what works. Call (810) 206-1402 to book at Howell or Bloomfield Township.
Medicare Foot Care Coverage (2026 Update)
Quick answer: Medicare Coverage typically covers medically necessary podiatry. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM accepts most major insurance.
What’s Covered
Office visits, diagnostic imaging, custom orthotics (with documentation), procedures, and surgery for medically necessary care.
What’s Not
Cosmetic procedures, routine nail trimming (without diabetes), some specialized therapies. Verify benefits before visit.
Schedule
Call (810) 206-1402. We verify benefits before your visit.
APMA: Medicare Coverage for Foot Care Services
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Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Township. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, you can book online 24/7.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.