How do I get Medicare reimbursement for a lift chair?

How do I qualify for Medicare to cover my lift chair? First, you must get a prescription from your physician that states your lift chair is a medical necessity. Next, you and your physician will complete and submit a Certificate of Medical Necessity for Seat Lift Mechanisms Form, PDF opens new window.

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Medicare can help pay for part of a lift chair under its durable medical equipment (DME) coverage.1 But to get the payment approved, you must meet a few requirements. Let’s take a look at the basics of a lift chair, Medicare coverage and the potential cost to you.

What is a lift chair?

A lift chair is similar to a typical recliner but with one special feature: a motorized lift device. The device is in the base of the chair and raises or lowers the seat on command. The angle of the seat assists with getting up or down from a sitting or a standing position, which can help with balance and mobility challenges as well as stiff joints and muscle pain. Please note: A lift chair is different from a stair lift chair, which moves up and down a staircase. It’s also different from a patient lift, which caregivers use to move patients from a bed to a chair.

Will Medicare pay for a lift chair?

Yes, Medicare Part B does cover some of the costs of a lift chair. However, there are 2 important factors to consider: Part B only helps pay for the lifting device, not the chair itself. For example, the lifting device coverage does not include fabric, cushions or any accessories like heat foam or massage pads. Medicare will only help cover a motorized chair lifting device prescribed by doctors and provided through DME suppliers enrolled in Medicare.2 If they aren’t enrolled, Medicare will not pay the claims they submit.3 Medicare Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage plans, might pay for lift chairs as well. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, check with your provider.

How do I qualify for Medicare to cover my lift chair?

First, you must get a prescription from your physician that states your lift chair is a medical necessity. Next, you and your physician will complete and submit a Certificate of Medical Necessity for Seat Lift Mechanisms Form, PDF opens new window. For reference, here are some of the medical requirements for Medicare to help pay for your lift chair: You have severe arthritis of the hip or knee, or a severe neuromuscular disease.

You can’t stand up on your own from a regular chair.

Without the chair, you’d be confined to another chair or bed.

Once standing, you can walk independently or with the aid of a walker or cane. You do not reside within a skilled nursing facility, hospice or nursing home facility.

How much do lift chairs cost through Medicare?

If you qualify, Medicare will pay 80% of the cost of the motorized lifting device. You’ll pay your Part B annual deductible, the remaining 20% for the device and the cost of the chair itself. The total amount you pay can depend on any other insurance you have, where you get the lift chair and more.4

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How long should a wheelchair ramp be for 6 steps?

This means that for every 1 inch of rise, 12 inches of ramp are required. For example, if an entryway is 36 inches high, you will need a ramp that is at least 36 feet long.

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How Long Should a Wheelchair Ramp Be?

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If you plan to add a wheelchair ramp to your entryway, you may be wondering how long it needs to be. Some people might think a shorter ramp is better because it takes up less space and may cost less money. However, if you add a ramp that is too short for the rise of the entryway being ramped, it can be both hard to use and a safety hazard. This often results in a very steep ramp that may resemble a ski jump! The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires a 1:12 slope ratio for commercial ramps (ramps used in public spaces). This means that for every 1 inch of rise, 12 inches of ramp are required. For example, if an entryway is 36 inches high, you will need a ramp that is at least 36 feet long. The 1:12 slope ratio reduces the steepness of a ramp to 5 degrees of incline and makes it both easier and safer to traverse. While the ADA requirements only apply to commercial ramps, many home access professionals adhere to the 1:12 slope ratio for residential ramps as well. However, a slope ratio of 2:12 is also acceptable for residential ramps if space is limited. This means 12-inches of ramp for every 2-inches of rise and 9.5 degrees of incline. If you have limited space, you may think that a ramp that meets the proper slope guidelines will not fit on your property. However, a modular aluminum ramp can be configured in many ways to maximize your space. A qualified ramp or home access provider will be able to evaluate your space and determine what configuration and length of ramp will work best.