Question 1

Qualifying Face to Face Evaluation

Accepted Answer

Medicare and other insurance plans have extremely strict and specific criteria to approve a power wheelchair. In order for any insurance plan to approve a power wheelchair the provider and patient must meet face to face. The encounter notes must explicitly cover the following in the providers own words:
Checklist:

This patient was seen to discuss his/her need for a wheelchair 
This patient is unable to use a cane, walker or crutches to perform ADL’s 
This patient is unable to propel a standard manual wheelchair due to (state condition such as weakness, pain, weight) 
Patient needs power wheelchair to perform ADL's

Question 2

The Face-to-face will need to include:

Accepted Answer

The Face-to-face will need to include:

Diagnosis and how it interferes with bathing, dressing, feeding, grooming, and toileting

Height and weight

Physical exam with focus on function
 
Past use of a cane, walker, wheelchair, etc. and why the can or walker won't meet the need of your mobility in the home.

Referral for PT, OT for the wheelchair evaluation

Below is an example of what the physicians face-to-face could say....

The patient is seen today for a face-t o-face appointment for powered (manual) mobility. Mr. or Mrs._ is unable to use any type of lessor mobility equipment such as a cane, walker, manual wheelchair, or scooter because of his/her medical condition.

Other examples of information that might be helpful would be:
The patient has upper extremity weakness that prevents them from propelling a manual wheelchair or the ability to perform MRADL's; lower extremity weakness which prevents them from safe mobility in the home and community; balance deficits; a history falls with injury; and/or pressure injuries.

Medicare requires that the mobility device must be necessary for mobility inside the home to complete ADL' s. Medicare ·will not fund equipment that is needed solely for community use.

Question 3

7 Element written order

Question 4

How do I download the 7 Element written order form?

Accepted Answer

Go to DME Order Forms  or Click here  
Under The Power Wheelchair / Power Mobility Insurance Coverage Process

Question 5

What type of Power Wheelchair Mission Medical Supply Provide?

Accepted Answer

Mission Medical Supply provide Group 1 & 2 Power Wheelchair.

Group 2 Chairs are far more functional and maneuverable than scooters due to their ability to turn in tight quarters. In order to qualify:

The patient should have a mobility limitation that significantly impairs their ability to participate in one or more mobility-related activities of daily living (MRADLs) such as toileting, feeding, dressing, grooming, and bathing in customary locations in the home.
Common diagnoses include but are not limited to: 
Muscle weakness (generalized) 
Unsteadiness on feet 
Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility 
Polyosteoarthritis 
Amputation 
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 
Dependence on wheelchair 
History of Falls 
Obesity 
Chronic Pain Syndrome 
Congestive Heart Failure

Group 2 chairs may also have elevating leg rests and/or seat lift systems depending on insurance and medical necessity.

Question 6

Does Mission Medical Supply have powerchair or scooter or wheelchair for rent?

Accepted Answer

Yes, We do have Power wheelchairs, Scooters, Manual Wheelchairs, and Transport Chair rentals for Mobility Enhancement.  Whether you need a week or a month or longer, we offer you worry-free mobility rentals when you're traveling.

Whether you're attending a conference for business, a vacation or cruise or a theme park or even just need additional mobility assistance, Mission Medical Supply can meet any diverse need.

Manual Wheelchairs rental 
Power Wheelchairs Rental

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Qualifying Evaluation

Qualifying Face to Face Evaluation

The Face-to-face will need to include:

7 Element written order

How do I download the 7 Element written order form?

What type of Power Wheelchair Mission Medical Supply Provide?

Does Mission Medical Supply have powerchair or scooter or wheelchair for rent?

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Qualifying Evaluation

Qualifying Face to Face Evaluation

The Face-to-face will need to include:

7 Element written order

How do I download the 7 Element written order form?

What type of Power Wheelchair Mission Medical Supply Provide?

Does Mission Medical Supply have powerchair or scooter or wheelchair for rent?

Because We Care!

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

You are never too old to set another goal!

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NOW SERVING: San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Inland Empire

WE APPRECIATE FOR YOUR REFERRAL

CONTACT US:

MISSION MEDICAL SUPPLY

NOW SERVING:
San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Inland Empire