Have you been thinking of buying a lift chair for yourself or for a loved one? In this article, I'll help you discover how to actually receive one without spending an arm and a leg. With the help of Medicare, you should easily be able to buy a new chair for yourself, an elderly parent, or grandparent in need. However, there are several essential key things necessary to demonstrate to Medicare that shows your need for a chair. They don't just hand them out for free. Here's two points to consider which should greatly increase your chances of having Medicare help fund a lift chair.

Point #1: Demonstrate a Physical Need

The primary concern Medicare has with funding your chair is seeing that it's an essential need for the person in everyday life. Arthritis in the lower extremity, being under the treatment or supervision of a doctor, the ability to walk, incapability of standing up from a normal chair or armchair in your home, or other medical issues are all good reasons to quality for a lift chair. In fact, obtaining a letter from a physician is required before Medicare will even give your case consideration. These reasons will be essential in proving to them that you're actually in need of a lifting chair.

Point #2: Every Little Bit Helps

It's possible that you won't be able to get the full cost of the lift chair reimbursed. However, it is likely that you can get at least $300 reimbursed if you prove that the lift recliner is absolutely necessary. Either way, it isn't the greatest idea to go in expecting them to fully reimburse the chair as they might not. The only cases where full reimbursement is somewhat likely are in the cases of a severe medical condition. Another important note is that Medicare only covers the seat lift mechanism; not the entire chair.

I hope this article helps you in getting that lift chair you've been wanting to buy. Just make sure that you don't automatically expect a full reimbursement, as you might not get it, but still make a good effort to get as much reimbursement as possible.