Accessories

Climbing the Insurance Ladder: Group 1 Power Wheelchairs

Part 15 in our seriesA to Z Considerations for Seating & Wheeled Mobility: A Quick Reference Clarifying Confusion Around CRT. SeePart 1,Part 2,Part 3,Part 4,Part 5,Part 6,Part 7,Part 8,Part 9,Part 10,Part 11,Part 12,Part 13, and Part 14.

Last week we discussed scooter/power-operated-vehicles, and went over whether this type of device would accommodate your client’s unique needs. If you realized that a scooter/POV is NOT the appropriate mobility device for your client, then the next rung on the insurance ladder is a Group 1 power wheelchair. Remember, we must continue to climb the ladder and continue to rule-out the least costly options in order to get the correct equipment covered for your clients.

National Veterans Wheelchair Games 2018

Permobil was honored to volunteer and support the 38th annualNational Veterans Wheelchair Games competition held July 30 through August 4th,in Orlando, FL.Permobil is proud to be a gold sponsor of this annual event supporting our nation's veterans.

Power Wheelchairs: What are my options, and where do I start?

Part 14 in our seriesA to Z Considerations for Seating & Wheeled Mobility: A Quick Reference Clarifying Confusion Around CRT. SeePart 1,Part 2,Part 3,Part 4,Part 5,Part 6,Part 7,Part 8,Part 9,Part 10,Part 11,Part 12, and Part 13.

Now that you have determined that your client needs a power wheelchair to optimize safety, function, sitting tolerance, and skin integrity, the next step is selecting the type of power wheelchair that is most appropriate for your client. While the options may seem a bit overwhelming and the process of how to attain each group of power chair ambiguous, do not fear! We will thoroughly explain these concepts over the next few weeks.