Some stair lift units can be self installed. It is a fairly simple task of assembling 3-4 pieces and plugging it in. The units made today attach directly to the stair treads and plug into a standard wall outlet. Some of the fancier models have to be installed by a factory trained service tech. It is important to know up front that Medicare, Medicare Nor ANY other insurance company recognizes a stair lift as a medical device. There is NO reimbursement of any kind. If you call your insurance company ... they will say "you are pre-approved". That just means you are pre-approved to send in your paperwork. ALL insurance companies use the same HCPCS codes for diagnosis, procedures, pharmaceuticals, and medical product. There is NO HCPCS code for a stair lift.
Here's a place where you can buy a stair lift: http://www.usmedicalsupplies.com/Stair-Lifts.htm
HCPCs Code for breast implant- L8600
S9376
S9376
The weight capacity of a stair lift varies for each stair lift. Average capacity is between 250-300 pounds.
It is better to install a handicapped stair lift.
It is the MISC code.
One will need a pulley to install a stair lift as well as many other tools. A screwdriver, hammer, and perhaps even a stair lift kit would also be helpful in installing a stair lift.
The costs for purchasing a stair lift can vary depending on the brand and make of the stair lift. According to the Silver Cross website the price can range from $2000 to $3800.
It is the MISC code.
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