Durable medical equipment (DME) items includeoxygen concentrators, wheelchairs, andCPAP machines, among others; however, medical alert systems are not considered DME and are not covered by Medicare. Medicare Advantage Coverage of Medical Alert Systems While Original Medicare will not cover Life Alert o...
Insurance coverage policies define the diagnostic criteria and adherence requirements for patients to qualify for initial and ongoing therapy with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment, the most complete therapy for obstructive sleep apnea. Unfortunately, a number of patients who use CPAP ...