Medicare doesn’t cover stair lifts because they don’t qualify as durable medical equipment (DME). If you have a Medicare ...

That’s because Medicare classifies them as a home modification, not durable medical equipment (DME) like a walker or wheelchair, which is paid for by Part B coverage.

Currently, Medicare does not pay for stair lifts. However, some people who are eligible for Medicaid could receive financial support for home modifications such as stair lifts. Medicare is a ...