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Patient Lifts
Medicare Coverage Criteria
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A hydraulic patient lift with sling or seat is covered if transfer between bed and a chair, wheelchair or commode requires the assistance of more than one person, and without the use of a lift, the patient would be bed confined.
Tub lifts and electric patient lifts are considered convenience items and are not covered.
Required Documentation: Order
An order for the patient lift, which is signed and dated by the ordering physician, must be kept on file by the supplier. The medical records must contain information which supports the medical necessity of the item ordered. |
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