What costs are covered by the Federal Black Lung Program?

Program beneficiaries are eligible for prescription drugs, in-patient and out-patient services, and doctors’ visits.

In addition, home oxygen and other medical equipment, home nursing services, and pulmonary rehabilitation may be covered with a doctor’s prescription.

Home health care visits for skilled nursing require a Certificate of Medical Necessity completed by the prescribing physician.

A thorough description of the rules that apply to Black Lung claims can be found in the DCMWC manual.