Saturday, June 1, 2013

Important Factors in Choosing the right Provider for your Medical Equipment

There are some important factors in choosing the right provider for your medical equipment. There has been some sweeping changes in the insurance industry that has caused some chaos and has caused several companies to go out of business.


So how do you interview and become confident who you choose will be looking out for your best interests?  By nature we trust people and feel that anyone in the medical profession is certified, professional and is in the business of helping others.  After doing a little research you will find that these practices are businesses, and with the changes in funding/insurance; each business has to decide where they will cut costs to ensure survival.  Not unlike your Surgeon, they bill you or your insurance for a completed service using codes created by the insurance industry. The Doctor/Business has to determine when they replace your knee, do they replace it with the best quality product, or do they use a lesser product to allow for a profit with the reduction in what insurance companies are reimbursing for services?  


You must interview your provider, ask them what brands of equipment do they offer, what services do they provide, do they offer a showroom where you can see, touch and feel the products? If I were paying privately is there different options available? Can I upgrade to something better if my Insurance only offers a certain product?  Do they come to your home? Will they consult with your physician and medical professionals taking the team approach to determine what is the equipment/services based on your specific needs?


Since 1992, Active Mobility Center has adopted the approach that we are providing equipment and services to ensure increased function and independence. This part of our mission and vision to ensure that our business continues to ensure that the customer is taken care of. Much of our advertizing budget goes into continuing to provide the highest quality products and services to our customers.  If you have questions or comments, you can contact Carey Britton.

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