Government and Social Services:
Medicare
http://www.medicare.gov
Illinois Department of Heathcare and Family Services
http://www.hfs.illinois.gov
Administration on Aging
http://www.aoa.gov
Social Security Administration
http://www.ssa.gov
Cancer
American Cancer Society 1-800-ACS-2345
www.cancer.org
American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA)
916-623-0922
www.theacpa.org
1-800-242-8721
www.americanheart.org
National Stroke Association
1-800-STROKES
www.stroke.org
Mobility and Impairments Rehabilitation / Arthritis Foundation
1-800-283-7800
www.arthritis.org
The Muscular Dystrophy Association
1-800-572-1717
www.mdausa.org
Nutrition
American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN)
1-800-727-4567
www.clinnutr.org
Respiratory
American Association for Respiratory Care
1-972-243-2272
www.aarc.org
American Lung Association
1-800-LUNG USA
www.lungusa.org
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
1-800-7-ASTHMA
www.aafa.org
Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders
American Sleep Apnea Association
1-202-293-3650
www.sleepapnea.org
Healthcare Resource Sites
Basic health issues
http://www.healthsquare.com
Mayo Clinic
http://www.mayoclinic.org
Medline Plus®
http://www.medlineplus.gov
WebMD
http://webmd.com
What is HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT (HME)?
Ace Medical Supply, LLC provides a wide range of home medical equipment to help improve the
quality of life for patients with special needs. We at Ace Home Medical Equipment and Supply will
provide you with excellent customer service - to answer your questions.
What is Durable Medical Equipment?
Durable Medical Equipment (or DME) is equipment which meets all of the following requirements:
· Can withstand repeated use
· Is primarily and customarily used to serve a medical purpose
· Is generally not useful to a person in the absence of an illness or injury
· Is appropriate for use in the home
Often a physician will prescribe special equipment for use by a beneficiary in his/her home. The
equipment may provide therapeutic benefits or enable the beneficiary to perform certain tasks that
s/he is unable to undertake due to certain medical conditions and/or illnesses.
What is included in the DME Category?
Some of the items included in the Durable Medical Equipment category, but not limited to:
· Diabetic supplies
· Canes, crutches, walkers
· Commode chairs
· Hospital beds
· Seat lift mechanisms
· Traction equipment
· Wheelchairs
Do I need a prescription to get a supply?
Certain covered items can be reimbursed by Medicare only if the doctor has furnished the
supplier with a written prescription for the item before delivery. Supplies that require a prescription.
Medical terms of Home Medical Equipment & Supplies
Nebulizer - is a type of inhaler that provides a fine mist of medication to the lungs. This is
performed by breathing the medicated mist through a mouthpiece or mask attached to the
nebulizer device, which is driven via a plastic tubing, attached to the compressor unit. The
medications used in nebulizers help you by loosening the mucus in the lungs so it can be
coughed out more easily, and by relaxing the airways so that more air can move in and out of the
lungs. Nebulizer treatments take approximately 15 minutes to deliver the medication and are
prescribed by your physician.
Pediatric Nebulizer - A special breathing device usually used 3 or 4 times daily as needed; or as
directed by your doctor. It works in the lungs by opening breathing passages to make breathing
easier. This device is intended for use in children but may also be used for adults requiring
smaller doses.
Mobility Products
Canes – adjustable height canes can improve balance and reduce fatigue. Travel canes can fold
up and be carried in a travel case. Standard crook canes are lightweight and durable to help
improve balance and reduce fatigue . Quad canes are used when there is a need for additional
stability. Quad canes have a base with four legs affording greater stability than straight canes.
Quad canes can be ordered with narrow or wide bases.
Crutches – Standard adjustable crutches are lightweight and easily adjust to size. Forearm
crutches have contoured arm cuffs for extra comfort and stability.
Lifts/Seating Systems - Power lift chairs gently moves the person to a standing, seating, or
reclined position.
Patient Lifts – (power or hydraulic) for assistance with patient transferring. Lift/commode is a FDA
registered medical device, ideal for people with musculo-skeletal or neuromuscular limitations. It
is motorized and designed to operate as a lift system and as an adjustable height commode. It
can be used as a bedside commode (helps reduce bedpan use) or as a transfer system to move
a person from a bed to a seated or standing position.
Walkers – are available in a variety of styles to meet individual needs. Folding, adjustable walkers
can be easily transported in vehicles. Hemi-walkers allow for one-hand utilization. Wheeled
walkers minimize lifting. Many accessories, such as walker trays, baskets or pouches are
available.
Wheelchairs:
Manual Wheelchairs
Lightweight/Sports Chairs - The most popular type of wheelchair for everyday use for a person
with good upper body mobility is the lightweight manual wheelchair. Lightweight chairs provide
maximum independence of movement with a minimum of effort. Many active wheelchair users
also prefer the sportier look of the lightweights compared with the more standard looking
everyday chair. It should be noted, however, that heavy or obese persons may be unable to use
these types of chairs because the lighter weight of the frame results in a reduced user capacity
as compared to standard everyday chairs. Once used primarily by wheelchair athletes, the
lightweight chair today is used by people in virtually all walks of life as a preferred mode of
assisted mobility. Three-wheeled chairs, also developed for such sports as tennis and
basketball, are also an everyday chair alternative.
Transport chairs
Other Home Medical Equipment
Bariatric products are designed to have a weight capacity of 300 pounds (or more) for those who
need that extra support. Bariatric chairs maximize the patient's ability to sit and stand with reduced
effort, and lessens the chance of lifting injury to the caregiver. Bariatric beds have extra bracing
integrated into the home care bed frame, along with a wider surface and truss assembly, in order
to provide maximum support.
Commodes - 3 in 1 Commodes are adjustable and include back, pail w/lid, toilet seat and cover.
Some can be used as a free standing commode or a raised toilet seat.
Compression Stockings - Problems with the veins of the leg occur in both men and women of all
ages but certain factors increase the risk of venous problems. Health conditions, lifestyle habits,
heredity, injury, surgery, age, and pregnancy all play a role. A broad range of compression hosiery
from knee, thigh high, waist chaps, open and closed toe are manufactured to meet your needs.
Diabetic Supplies – Blood glucose monitoring – there are a variety of systems available that allow
testing on fingers, with fast and accurate results and minimal cleaning required. Medicare
provided items are Glucometer, lancets, lancing device, and test strips.
Wound V.A.C Therapy - or negative pressure wound therapy uses negative pressure through a
controlled suction device to close large wounds and promote faster healing. This patented, FDA-
approved device is composed of a sophisticated pump, hoses and monitoring system held within
a portable compact case weighing less than 20 pounds. It is recognized as an advanced line
therapy alternative for patients where traditional dressing changes are not effective. It is a method
that is considered among recovering patients in hospitals, nursing homes and other home
health care settings. It meets the needs of most cost-effective modalities and an estimated 5
million American patients suffering from chronic or acute wounds. For more information on
Wound V.A.C Therapy & wound care management reference – http://www.kci1.com/87.asp
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