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Question 1

1) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Occasionally, however, it's important to modify the pipes determined by the positioning of the drains. Installers may have to add a fitting to the present wastewater pipe for a walk-in bathtub. Existing pipes may allow for slower drain times or more rapid drain times.

Question 2

2) What types of financing are available in Indiana if insurance doesn't cover home modifications?

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to think about when looking for assistance to purchase your walkin bath. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make house modifications to empower aging in place. The USA Rural Development plan is also called the Section 504 program, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program along with the RD 504 Loan Program. The modifications can include a walk-in tub. There are geographic and age, income requirements to participate. Following that, you can click on your own county as well as a list of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance program for the aged, you can check this list to determine whether there are any that contain home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national non-profit that can perhaps offset the installation costs of a walk-in bathtub, can be a good resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other alternatives to consider. The Internal Revenue Service may determine your home modification qualifies for tax deductions as a dental and medical expense. There are also qualifications to be able to maintain an individual who requires care as a dependent. Phone the Internal Revenue Service to determine in case you can deduct the price of installing your walk in bath. IRS Publication 502 is a great resource that can allow you to judge whether altering your bathroom qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You can also call them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification may also allow you to locate help to pay for home modifications. Click here to find out more http://gero.usc.edu/nrcshhm/ (6) Your local Independent Living Center (ILC) is a useful resource for suggestions on how to pay for your modifications. Just click here to find out more about this alternative http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 3

3) Do these tubs use more water than conventional tubs?

Yes. A walk in tub is normally taller than an average bath tub, which comprises about 2 1/2 feet of water on average. Some producers say if a regular shower is 7 minutes that you just use the same quantity of water as a shower that is typical and you use 7 gallons of water a minute. Many of the walk-in baths available on the market have a 40-80 gallon capacity. The truth is, many manufacturers recommend that you've got a hot water tank that admits at least 50 gallons, though some bathtubs will function effectively if you fill them with 40-60 gallons.

Question 4

4) Will Medicare cover the cost of equipment and installation in Indiana?

Medicare will not cover walk in bathtub equipment and installation costs in Indiana, because they're dwelling adjustments, not durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment does not include physical changes to a home, only medical equipment and supplies which are accustomed to help a patient in and out of bed or a seat, or use a shower or bath simpler and safer. Consumer Affairs implies that you might wish to contact Medicare to see if (for mobility safety reasons) a walk-in bath is justified to determine whether the gear could be partly compensated. More times than not, they will not cover it. However, if you are eligible for Medicaid, the program in your state may give you some financial assistance for a walk-in tub. You may qualify for a Home and Community Based Service (HCBS) waiver to play for certain specialized medical equipment and availability modifications. In case you are a recipient of Medicare and Medicaid, you also had better think about the Dual-Eligible Specific Needs Strategy. This strategy is part of the Medicare Advantage plan for dual eligibles. The Special Needs Plan (SNP) or Medicaid may contemplate your eligibility if you're able to prove that a walk-in bath is medically necessary, not merely a convenience, or as a prevention in the case of a fall, along with a written prescription that clarifies the requirement for someone to stay living in their own dwelling. Medicaid offers a complete list of waivers applicable to the elderly that we suggest that you review. Additionally, contact your South Bend or Indiana Area Agency on Aging (AAA) to explore Medicaid Waivers and fiscal choices for long term care.

Question 5

5) How much is it for a cheaper walk-in bathtub?

A more economical fundamental variant of the walk in tub can cost between $1,7000 and $3,000 in [

Question 6

6) About how long does the installation process take with your South Bend installers?

Once the bathtub arrives, an installation needs between one and three days of work in South Bend. It certainly depends on the scope of the job. You should let us know whether there is a crucial deadline involving a household member coming for a visit or a loved one's release from Indiana rehabilitation so that we can do the best we can to accommodate you.

Question 7

7) About how much will one of these tubs cost to get installed?

The installation can really cost you about $1,500-$3,000 to be installed in South Bend. Occasionally the expense of the installation and the unit is a better investment than paying for a caretaker.

Question 8

8) Can the shower be used still with a walk-in bathtub?

Yes. There are walk-in tub installments that give you a large standing place for standup showers. You can either shower standing up or sitting down. Ensure you get the correct dimensions for the walk in tub so you don't feel cramped during a standup shower. Also, in case you would like to keep your standing shower, because if your faucet isn't directly against a wall, it's significantly more difficult to tap into your existing shower, another thing to keep in mind is to ask about the faucet place.

Question 9

9) Is there any additional structural support needed before installation?

Many walk in baths are mounted to a stainless steel welded support framework with leveling feet that's included with your purchased tub. The flooring in the bathroom has to have a structural support strength that exceeds the weight of the tub in addition to the weight of the water. Our South Bend installer will check to determine if it is not whether the floor is level and otherwise, then they will make use of the leveling legs to correct the amount of the bath. Of course, the last bath will have to be removed. Also, the if replacing the wall or tile in the area will have to be removed.

Question 10

10) Is there a way to re-sell the tub once we are done with it?

You can re-sell or find used walk-in bathtubs being sold online. Yet, a lot of folks typically desire to be sure that they're purchasing a walk-in tub that personally matches their needs for the long-term. They are less inclined to choose a huge risk by paying the removal of their present tub as well as all the costs associated with transport without assurance and a bit more investment in the status along with quality of their purchase. There isn't really a big market for used plumbing fixtures. Eventually, should you believe you might attempt to resell your walk-in bathtub, the following buyer may want to be aware of if the lifetime guarantee is extended to other owners as well or if they're going to need to cover the costs connected with a door seal or alternative part damages that will occur with use.

Question 11

11) Why are these tubs so much more expensive than normal tubs?

Largely you are paying for a listing of safety features which are not accessible on a regular bath. These safety features are built into walk in bathtubs for persons with limited freedom to decrease the likelihood of falling down. An important feature of walk in baths is that there is a low step threshold to allow a user to readily enter into the bathtub unconcerned in regards to the typical high wall of a regular tub. The walk in baths also generally comprise improved drain options, jet treatment, and a cleaning function. Furthermore, among the reasons why the price varies among the walk in tubs is that the baths are custom made depending on a person's demands rather than factory reproduced, so you could find a tub that's specially made for somebody who needs wheelchair access, a bath that fits a larger person, or a soaker tub with jets.

Question 12

12) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Indiana?

Aetna doesn't insure walkin tubs under their plans that are conventional in Indiana. Aetna doesn't insure walk-in baths under their HMO and health network plans either. They usually follow Medicare's standards for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the bathroom. In case the member is bed- room or confined - some DMEs are considered necessary, rather than a convenience. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it's vital for day-to-day tasks and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing is considered a daily living action and considered vital, Aetna lists toilet items that are incapable to transfer to and from a bathtub or considered necessary if a member is not able to bathe or shower without being seated.

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