In a recent decision, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will now cover power seat elevation as durable medical equipment through the Medicare program.
“Effective immediately, seat elevation for Medicare-covered power wheelchairs is considered a clinically meaningful benefit for Medicare beneficiaries who perform transfers from power wheelchairs or use the wheelchairs for mobility-related activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding and bathing,” the agency said. Note that conditions apply….
