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The Basics Of Renting Medical Equipment

By Jocelyn Davidson


Whoever said they are not afraid of being confined at the hospital are probably lying. Just thinking of the needles and the smell of anesthetic and the confined spaces can give one the creeps. Maybe not everyone, but yeah, that would be the consensus. Most people would prefer to be nursed at home than be stuck at a hospital and hear other patient scream in the dead of the night.

Home Medical Equipment, or HME, are devices for patients who need private or home care, away from doctors and hospitals. There are also those who just wants to recover at home, so they are required to have an HME as a substitute for a professional. Some examples of HME would be air ionizer, nebulizer, portable oxygen, among others. They are operated mostly by a non professional, like a family member, and sometimes by the patient himself. A physician normally recommends where you can get one, but renting medical equipment for home use can be done on your own.

If you already have a supplier in mind, then good. You can also research as to suppliers available around your area, and if see if they offer the kind of device you require, and how much they cost. Most provider needs the detailed prescription from your physician, which includes the device needed and the duration of use.

The prescription also helps in paying for the rental. Most health insurance providers offers coverage for HME use. Just send the note from your doctor to your insurance provide to see if they cover the kind that you have.

Once that is taken care of and you have already sealed the deal with the supplier, they would they make an ocular visit of your area. This is to check if your environment is suitable to guarantee that the unit will be able to run smoothly. They make suggestions for changes and minor improvements.

If your supplier approves the place as suitable, they would be the one to deliver and set up the equipment for you if there is a need for it. If you are getting an instrument that is a little complicated, they would also teach you on how to operate it. Some even teach you basic troubleshooting so that you will know if the unit is operating properly. This and a brief instruction on how to maintain and care for the unit is also needed.

Because it is still a medical equipment, you will be advised on your rights and responsibilities. A sort of terms and conditions agreement, this would give you detailed as to what the rental entails. It also gives you further idea on the use of the machine.

From time to time, your supplier may also send someone to inspect the unit and provide maintenance. Depending on the nature of the use of the unit, most device requires a professional to provide occasional care and troubleshooting if necessary.

Since most of us do not want to be stuck the hospital even during an illness, HME is one saving grace. You can still live your life even while recuperating. HME helps you to live life normally and be confident about it.




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