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Can scoliosis braces apply for medical insurance?
Scoliosis orthotics can be insured.

Scoliosis brace is a medical device to treat scoliosis, and eligible medical insurance can be reimbursed. Whether it can be reimbursed depends on the local medical insurance policy and the scope of reimbursement. Usually braces need to be prescribed by a doctor and included in the scope of medical insurance reimbursement, and patients can apply for medical insurance reimbursement after purchase. If the brace is not within the scope of reimbursement, or the formal medical procedures are not followed when purchasing, you will not be able to enjoy medical insurance reimbursement. Before purchasing, patients should consult doctors and medical insurance departments to understand reimbursement policies and procedures.

Treatment of scoliosis;

1, physical therapy: correcting the curvature of the spine through specific posture and movement;

2. Orthopedic brace treatment: wear special orthopedic brace to prevent the further development of scoliosis;

3. Surgical treatment: in the case of severe scoliosis or rapid progress, surgical correction may be needed;

4. Drug therapy: Although drugs can not directly correct scoliosis, they can be used to control pain or other symptoms related to scoliosis.

To sum up, as a medical device for the treatment of scoliosis, whether it can qualify for medical insurance reimbursement depends on the local medical insurance policy and whether it is included in the designated reimbursement scope. Patients need to buy with a doctor's prescription and follow the formal medical process to ensure that they can apply for medical insurance reimbursement, otherwise they will not be able to enjoy relevant medical insurance benefits.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) social insurance law

Article 28

Medical expenses that meet the basic medical insurance drug list, diagnosis and treatment items, medical service facilities standards and emergency rescue shall be paid by the basic medical insurance fund in accordance with state regulations.

Article 30

The following medical expenses are not included in the payment scope of the basic medical insurance fund:

(a) shall be paid from the industrial injury insurance fund.

(2) borne by a third party.

(three) shall be borne by the public health.

(4) Go abroad for medical treatment.

Medical expenses that should be borne by a third party according to law. If the third party is unable to pay or cannot determine the third party, the basic medical insurance fund will pay in advance. After the basic medical insurance fund pays in advance, it has the right to recover from the third party.