| Almost anything seems possible these days. This is | | | | may want to spend a bit more for the additional |
| especially true when it comes to buying medical | | | | comfort, stability and size. |
| equipment online and for far less than you would pay if | | | | Medicare can help cover the cost of your scooter if |
| you bought it at a local store. Mobility scooters are an | | | | you're medically approved. You will need a prescription |
| excellent source of transportation, especially if you | | | | from your doctor, but if you are unable to perform |
| have a disability and cannot perform daily functions | | | | daily tasks around your home then you should get |
| around the house. | | | | approved. Medicare will typically cover 80% of the |
| Mobility scooters come in various models, including | | | | allowable amount, which can vary from state to state. |
| travel models, 3 wheel, 4 wheel, folding and heavy | | | | The scooters you can buy online are many times |
| duty. There are many choices out there and the prices | | | | below the allowable amount, which means you will only |
| vary. Buying the larger brands, such as Pride Mobility | | | | have to pay 20% of the cost. Keep in mind that only |
| and Invacare, ensure you get a quality scooter, but you | | | | some scooters are Medicare approved. If you have |
| may pay a bit more. Keep in mind how much time you | | | | supplemental insurance, they may cover the other |
| will be spending on your scooter before you purchase. | | | | 20%, meaning you pay nothing for the scooter. |
| If you will be spending several hours every day you | | | | Medicare will typically only help you every 5 years. |