F.A.Q (Frequently Asked Questions)

F.A.Q (Frequently Asked Questions)

1.) Does Medicare cover power chairs and scooters?
2.) How will Medicare determine if I qualify For a FREEE scooter or electric wheelchair?
3.) I Have a medicare HMO... Will this type of coverage pay for my chair or scooter?
4.) When will my scooter or power chair arrive?
5.) How long do batteries typically last?
6.) What is the most common way of transporting scooter and chaires?
7.) Are batteries good as long as they are kept charged?
8.) Is battery replacement coverd by Medicare?
9.) What do I do if my chair or scooter breaks down?

1.) Does Medicare cover power chairs and scooters?
You will be happy to know that... YES Medicare does cover up to 80% , If YOU qualify - The other 20% can be paid buy either you or your health care provider.

2.) How will Medicare determine if I qualify For a FREEE scooter or electric wheelchair?
►   You must have a valid medical reason as to why you cann't operate a manual wheelchair.

►   Their must be a real need for the power chair or electric scooter.

►   You must prove that walking or useing a regular wheelchair independently around your house is difficult to do safely.

3.) I Have a medicare HMO... Will this type of coverage pay for my chair or scooter?
It may -- Disabled Mobility Scooter.com and Spinlife.com (our featured merchant) both have complete in-depth reviews of the top scooters and power chairs available today. Within these reviews YOU will be informed of the level of coverage available for each scooter we review. Some mobility equipment is eligible for Medicare and others are only eligible for HMO or another insurance plan.

4.) When will my scooter or power chair arrive?
Someone from Spinlife will contact you and set up a delivery time once your paper work is received... at that time additional questions will be answered.

5.) How long do batteries typically last?
Most power mobility scooter and electric wheelchair batteries can travel 10 - 15 miles on a full charge. You should charge your vehicle once a day.

6.) What is the most common way of transporting scooter and chaires?
Portable scooters and chairs are made specifically for easy transportability.  Many of them break down into less than 4 pieces. Purchasing a wheelchair lift is recommended.

7.) Are batteries good as long as they are kept charged?
A single battery can serve you for as many as two years as long as it is charged properly and maintained with care.

8.) Is battery replacement coverd by Medicare?
Yes! - up to 80% if you qualify. Contact spinlfe.com and someone will assist you.

9.) What do I do if my chair or scooter breaks down?
All Medicare and non Medicare covered personal mobility devices are required to be covered by warranty. Simply contact spinlife (our featured merchant) and a customer service rep will walk you through the process... no worries... no hassles!