Medicare & Neuroma Treatment
in New York, NY
Morton’s neuroma — burning pain, tingling, or numbness in the ball of the foot — is a covered medical condition under Medicare. Dr. Suzanne Levine, DPM diagnoses and treats neuromas at our Park Avenue office, from injections to surgical removal for persistent cases. See all Medicare-covered podiatry services.
Medicare Coverage for Neuroma Treatment: What's Included
What a Neuroma Feels Like
A Morton’s neuroma is a thickened nerve between the toes — classically felt as burning in the ball of the foot, a “pebble in the shoe” sensation, or numbness in two adjacent toes. Its evaluation is covered by Medicare.
Covered Diagnosis
Diagnosis is clinical, supported by covered in-office X-rays (to exclude stress fracture or arthritis) and ultrasound or MRI referral when needed.
Conservative Care First
Covered first-line care: footwear changes, metatarsal padding to spread the bones off the nerve, and activity modification. Many neuromas settle without injections or surgery.
Corticosteroid Injections
Medicare covers anti-inflammatory injections around the nerve — often providing months of relief, performed in minutes in our office.
Alcohol Sclerosing Injections
For persistent neuromas, a series of dilute alcohol injections can shrink the nerve and provide lasting relief without surgery — covered when medically necessary.
Surgical Neurectomy
When conservative care fails, Medicare covers surgical removal of the neuroma — a brief procedure with high satisfaction rates for chronic sufferers.
Nerve Pain vs. Neuropathy
Not all burning foot pain is a neuroma. We distinguish focal nerve entrapment from peripheral neuropathy — both covered evaluations — because their treatments differ completely.
Meet Our Acclaimed Podiatrist
Dr. Suzanne Levine is a board-certified podiatric foot surgeon recognized for her contributions to both medical and aesthetic podiatry. With extensive experience and a commitment to innovation, she provides patients with attentive, personalized care. Dr. Levine stays at the forefront of the latest advancements to offer effective treatments for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions.
How a Medicare Visit Works at Millennium Podiatry
Bring Your Medicare Card & Book Your Visit
Call or book online, and bring your Medicare card (or Medicare Advantage card) plus any supplemental insurance. Our front desk verifies your coverage before you are seen, so there are no billing surprises.
Comprehensive Examination
Dr. Levine examines your feet, reviews your history, and orders any covered diagnostics — such as in-office X-rays — needed for an accurate diagnosis of your Morton’s neuroma care needs.
A Documented, Medically Necessary Treatment Plan
Medicare covers care that is medically necessary, so we document your diagnosis and plan thoroughly. You will know exactly what is covered before treatment begins.
Treatment — Often the Same Day
Many covered treatments are performed right in our Park Avenue office at your first or second visit.
Follow-Up & Preventive Care
Covered follow-up visits track your progress and keep small problems from becoming big ones.
Who Qualifies for Medicare-Covered Neuroma Treatment?
You qualify for Medicare-covered neuroma care if you are enrolled in Part B (or Medicare Advantage) and have:
- Burning or shooting pain in the ball of the foot, worse in narrow shoes.
- Numbness or tingling in two adjacent toes.
- A “bunched sock” or “pebble” sensation under the forefoot.
- Forefoot pain that persists despite changing shoes.
Neuroma care is medical by definition — coverage is straightforward with proper documentation.
Medicare-Covered Services We Provide
- Neuroma Evaluation & Imaging
- Metatarsal Padding & Footwear Care
- Corticosteroid Injections
- Alcohol Sclerosing Injection Series
- Surgical Neurectomy
Patient Experiences
What Will Neuroma Treatment Cost With Medicare?
With Original Medicare, Part B covers 80% of the approved amount for neuroma visits, imaging, and injections after your deductible; Medigap plans typically pick up the remaining 20%. Injection-based treatment usually spans one to three covered visits.
Medicare Advantage plans cover the same services with a per-visit copay — we verify your plan before your first appointment.
Medicare Neuroma Treatment FAQs
Does Medicare cover Morton’s neuroma treatment?
Yes — evaluation, imaging, injections, and surgery when needed are all covered as medically necessary under Part B.
Are neuroma injections covered?
Yes. Corticosteroid injections, and alcohol sclerosing injections for persistent cases, are covered at the standard 80/20 split.
Will I need surgery for my neuroma?
Most patients improve with padding, footwear changes, and injections. Surgery is a covered last resort — and a very effective one for chronic neuromas.
How do you know it is a neuroma and not neuropathy?
A neuroma causes focal pain between two toes; neuropathy causes diffuse burning in both feet. The examination that distinguishes them is covered, and it matters — treatments differ completely.
How fast do injections work?
Corticosteroid injections typically bring relief within days. Alcohol sclerosing injections work gradually over a series of visits.
Do I need a referral?
Not with Original Medicare. Some Medicare Advantage HMO plans require one — call and we will check your plan.