Power wheelchairs and Medicare

Craig Licklider

Description

Title:

Power wheelchairs and Medicare

Creator:

Craig Licklider

Date:

11/18/2013

Text:

I have a patient with Medicare that has just received a power wheelchair. Can I still bill Medicare for his orthosis and prosthetic? I am concerned that it will be denied due to his ambulatory status. What does Medicare consider Ambulatory? Is there a percent that qualifies for an orthosis? I know K levels are used for prosthetics but does it apply to orthotics. Looking for any help. I will post replies.

Craig Licklider CO
St. Louis, MO

                          

Citation

Craig Licklider, “Power wheelchairs and Medicare,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 25, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/235794.