Coverage Change Regarding Wheelchairs

Effective August 1, 2008, in order for durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers to provide members with a Group 2 single power option or multiple power option power wheelchair, any Group 3 or Group 4 power wheelchair, or a push rim activated power assist device for a manual wheelchair, the DME supplier must employ a RESNA-certified assistive technology supplier (ATS) or assistive technology practitioner (ATP) who specializes in wheelchairs and who has direct, in-person involvement in the wheelchair selection for the patient.

For more information, please contact your Network Coordinator.