Does Medicare Cover Wrist Splints? 
Generally , wrist splints and other types of wrist supports can be covered under Medicare if they 're prescribed by a physician . Some example situations an individual may encounter where a splint might be deemed `` medically necessary '' by a physician are wrist arthritis , wrist sprains/strains , and carpel tunnel syndrome . If the support product is not prescribed by a doctor and is simply purchased over the counter , Medicare may not cover it . 