Showing posts with label Frequent Questions. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Frequent Questions. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Rollators Have Upgrade Cost

Rollators are basically a rolling walker w/seat and sometimes other options such as a basket or brakes.

For insurance coverage, a prescription is required. The prescription must have: Rolling Walker W/Seat as the product and diagnosis as appropriate.

Typically, if a customer has both a primary and a secondary insurance, they will have approximately $30 out of pocket. A rollator is seen as an upgraded rolling walker.

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Friday, February 8, 2008

Pro-Tech Medical, Your CPAP Provider

CPAP Machines



Pro-Tech Medical is your local provider for CPAP technology. Let our Respiratory Therapist help educate you about your new CPAP machine.



In this picture, you see a RESMED CPAP machine with a heated water chamber on the front. The machine comes with a memory card for your physician to monitor your compliance and the
machine's performance.



We also provide all your gear including mask, tubing, filter, and headstrap. We provide all your supplies after the initial set up as well. It is recommended that you frequently change out your machine's filter for optimum performance much like you would your filter for your HVAC unit at home. New tubing helps to reduce bacteria build up. A new mask will ensure a proper seal on your face. Over time, the seal can break down due to facial oils.

If you need a CPAP or supplies, call Pro-Tech Medical today - 1-800-722-7313.

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Hospital Beds


HOSPITAL BEDS

Hospital beds are a necessary item for those persons needing frequent repositioning not attainable with an ordinary bed.

Common Diagnosis: Arthritis, CHF, Stroke, Fractured Hip, Chronic COPD,

(these are just a small portion, please call our billing department for a detailed summary - 1-800-722-7313)

Insurance Coverage: Yes - Prescription w/diagnosis required for insurance coverage

In-Home Delivery: Yes

Common Items Also Requested With This Item: Gel Overlay, Wound Care Mattress, Bedside Commode, Trapeze Bar, Hoyer Lift, Wheelchair, Over-the-bed Table

Call Pro-Tech Medical for delivery in Middle Tennessee - 1-800-722-7313

Specialty Mattress


SPECIALTY MATTRESS, WOUND CARE MATTRESS

Specialty mattresses are used for those persons needing prevention or relief from pressure sores.

These mattresses are also referred to as Gel Overlays, LAL (Low Air Loss), APM (Alternating Pressure Mattress), APP (Alternating Pressure Pad), Wound Care Mattress.

Common Diagnosis: Decubitis Ulcer, Wound - Stage 1-4 on trunk area, Poor Nutrition

Insurance Coverage: Yes. Prescription w/diagnosis required. Type of mattress will depend on plan of care assigned by prescribing physician.

In-Home Delivery: Yes

Common Items Also Requested With This Item: Hospital Bed, Wheelchair Cushion, Wheelchair

Call Pro-Tech Medical for delivery in Middle Tennessee - 1-800-722-7313

Scooters, Power Chairs, Electric Wheelchairs


Scooters, Power Chairs, Electric Wheelchairs

Scooters are often a "catch-all" term for any powered wheelchair. But, a scooter is specifically defined as having a tiller system for steering. Controls are located at the top of the tiller. A person needing a scooter will need trunk control and hand dexterity to operate.

Common Diagnosis: COPD, Severe Arthritis

Insurance Coverage: Yes. Requires a prescription w/diagnosis, face-to-face examination by physician, supporting medical documentation, and in-home assessment by ATS from providing home medical company.

In-Home Delivery: Yes. Complimentary assessments available.

Common Items Also Requested With This Item: Home Oxygen Therapy, Nebulizer, Hospital Bed, Gel Overlay, Car Lift or Hauler

Call Pro-Tech Medical for delivery in Middle Tennessee - 1-800-722-7313

Tens Units


T.E.N.S Units

T.E.N.S unit is an acronym for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. A tens unit is a small box powered by a battery supplying an electrical charge through leads attached to the body. The control of the charge of electricity can be manually set by several dials on the control interface. The units are used to stimulate and relax muscles.

Common Diagnosis: Headaches, Visceral Abdominal Pain, Pelvic Pain, TMJ, Lower Back Pain

Insurance Coverage: Yes. Requires prescription w/diagnosis

In-Home Delivery: Mail order delivery available or store pick up.

Common Items Also Requested With This Item: Bed Wedge, Lumbar Roll, Cushions, Electrodes, Lead Wires

Call Pro-Tech Medical for mail-order delivery in Middle Tennessee -

1-800-722-7313

Walking Aids


Walking Aids, Crutches, Walkers

Maybe the most common home medical product, the walker. A walker is basically a secure platform with or without wheels used to steady a person needing to ambulate safely. Walkers are made to collapse for easy transport and storage.

Crutches are usually an emergency need. Pro-Tech Medical stocks several sizes for different height requirements.

Common Diagnosis: Arthritis, Knee Replacement, Hip Replacement, Broken Leg, Broken Ankle

Insurance Coverage: Yes. Prescription w/diagnosis required

In-Home Delivery: Yes. In-home delivery available in Maury, Bedford county for these items.

Common Items Also Requested With This Item: Wheelchairs, Bedside Commodes, Reaching Aids, Orthopaedic Braces

Call Pro-Tech Medical for delivery in Middle Tennessee - 1-800-722-7313

Nebulizers, Nebulizer Medications



Nebulizers/Nebulizer Medications

Nebulizers are a popular item during the Fall and Winter months. A nebulizer machine turns a liquid medication into a vapor inhaled by the recipient. Nebulizers are used to deliver medications deep into the lungs.

Common medications used with a nebulizer include: Duoneb, Xopenex, Pulmicort, Mucomyst, Foradil - generic names include Albuterol, Ipatropium, Budesonide, Levalbuterol, Acetylcysteine, Budesonide, Fomoterol

Common Diagnosis: RSV, Bronchiolitis, Emphysema, COPD, Asthma, RAD, Pneumonia

Insurance Coverage: Yes. Must have prescription with diagnosis

In-Home Delivery: Yes.

Common Items Also Requested With This Item: Nebulizer masks, kits, respiratory medications, home oxygen

Pro-Tech Medical provides respiratory medications

Call Pro-Tech Medical for delivery in Middle Tennessee - 1-800-722-7313

Wheelchairs, Wheelchair Accessories


Wheelchairs

If you've ever used a wheelchair, you know how important it is to find the right one. Wheelchairs are used for persons who cannot ambulate. A wheelchair is typically self-propelled using the rails attached to the large wheels to both sides.

Wheelchairs options vary depending on need. Some of the options include:

Lightweight, Bariatric, Elevating Leg Rests, One-Arm Propel, Standard Leg Rests,

Anti-Tippers, Desk Length Arms, Removable Arms, Brake Extensions, Custom Seating

Pro-Tech Medical provides a large inventory of wheelchairs to choose from. Pro-Tech Medical also has a full-time ATS available for special seating requirements.

Common Diagnosis: Arthritis, COPD, Emphysema, Broken Leg, Broken Ankle or Foot, Paralysis, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis, Spinal Bifida

Insurance Coverage: Yes. Prescription w/diagnosis required.

In-Home Delivery: Yes.

Common Items Also Requested With This Item: Cushions, Hospital Beds, Specialty Mattress, Trapeze Bar, Bedside Commodes

For custom seating needs, call Rodney McCarthy, ATS - 931-388-3766

Call Pro-Tech Medical for delivery in Middle Tennessee - 1-800-722-7313