The cutting of toenails in a healthy person or when they are not painful is not a payable service by Medicare. The cutting of corns and calluses in a healthy person is not a payable service by Medicare. Legally, your podiatrist cannot try to obtain Medicare payment for noncovered foot care.

Medicare will cover routine foot care as often as is medically necessary but no more often than every 60 days.

In general, podiatrists see nothing wrong with a pedicure, but caution that they should be done properly and always with sterile instruments. Healthy feet are key to your overall health and the ability to have an active life. If you're having problems with your feet, contact a podiatrist near you.

Toenail Fungus Your podiatrist can safely cut your nails and remove fungus without spreading it. They can also prescribe antifungal creams and sprays to help the nail heal.