Did you know that it is possible for Medicare to pay for a portion of the costs of an electric wheelchair? Medicare offers coverage for electric wheelchairs for those can qualify through their guidelines. If you have Medicare and an electric wheelchair would be required to perform daily tasks in the home, you might be able to qualify for a motorized wheelchair. If you qualify, Medicare may cover up to 80% of the cost of a motorized wheelchair. Medicare may also cover options and accessories for the wheelchair but these must meet Medicare coverage guidelines and must be a considered medically necessary to complete daily functions.

For Medicare to cover a power wheelchair your doctor must state that it is needed because your medical condition. If you have Medicare you must be able to answer yes to the following questions for Medicare to cover a portion of the costs of the electric wheelchair:

Do I need a power wheelchair to complete daily activities in my home?
Does my medical condition restrict me from operating a manual wheelchair?
Do I have the ability to operate a motorized wheelchair safely?

To see if you can qualify for Medicare to cover a portion of the electric wheelchair cost please fill out this form to talk to a mobility service representative.

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