Durable Medical Equipment

The Benefits Of Durable Medical Equipment Written by Administrator    With the advances of modern medicine it is now possible to manage a number of chronic and serious illnesses and injuries at home, without the need for round the clock professional healthcare.  This can make life much more comfortable for patients, and reduce the amount of time they need to spend receiving treatment and staying in hospital and can also reduce the costs of healthcare, which is very important for those families on low incomes who are unable to afford extensive health insurance.  Durable medical equipment is one of the main support options for patients to assist with home healthcare, as this provides a number of practical and essential products that can be used in a number of ways around the home to assist with mobility issues, dispensing medication and also just generally making everyday tasks much easier. Read more...

Durable Medical Equipment and Oxygen Written by Nancy McMahon    In order for equipment to be considered durable medical equipment, it must be reusable. Reusable medical equipment would include things like wheelchairs, crutches, blood-glucose monitors and the strips used in them. It also includes things like chair-lifts, where the lift mechanism is covered, but the chair is often not covered. Read more...   Power Chairs and Scooters Meeting DME Guidelines Written by Nancy McMahon    Power wheel chairs and scooters are considered mobility assistive equipment just like canes, crutches, walkers and regular wheel chairs. These devices are highly sought after by those who have a problem walking or getting around their home. Medicare will help pay for a power chair or scooter if you meet Medicare guidelines and the paper work is filled out correctly. Read more...   Understanding Durable Medical Equipment Written by Nancy McMahon    The term durable medical equipment is one most used by Medicare and Social Security to describe medical devices that are needed by a patient for specialized medical care in a patient’s home or long-term care institution. This equipment can include transportation assistance, canes, crutches, bed-lifts, breathing apparatuses and some diabetic supplies. Durable Medical Equipment or DME, is a specified paid Medicare benefit for people who need at-home assistance following an accident or illness. This care may be considered temporary or permanent. Read more...