I had a bad sprain on the stairs about ten years ago, and the ligaments in my ankle and instep were stretched, so I had to wear a cast for a while.
The orthopedic surgeon recommended crutches, but they weren’t expensive, but I didn’t want to pay for them, and I didn’t buy them because I thought they would become a burden after my feet recovered.
It is said that there is a system that allows free rental of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers, which are bulkier and more expensive than crutches.
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Hello, today I am planting seeds. This is Ohna. Today, I would like to introduce how I usually manage dry eye syndrome. Last year, I went to the hospital because of severe dry eye and eye pain.
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1. What is free assistive device rental?
This is a service to reduce the financial burden and provide life convenience to health insurance subscribers who temporarily need assistive devices during the treatment and rehabilitation process.
2. Eligibility and types of rental aids
Eligible for free rental of assistive devices
Anyone eligible for free rental of assistive devices is health insurance subscribers, dependents, and recipients of medical benefits.
Overview There are three types of assistive devices: ① Wheelchair (basic type, for children) ② Walker (wheels, zigzag) ③ Crutches (aluminum).
3. Rental method and rental reservation
① Confirmation of the branch providing free rental of assistive devices
– Check whether the local National Health Insurance Service branch is providing free rental services for assistive devices.
– National Health Insurance Corporation homepage → Policy Center → Application for medical expenses → Assistive device rental business information → Status of remaining assistive devices by branch
② Rental reservation
– After making a reservation online or by phone, visit the branch to receive assistive devices
– Visit with your ID card, fill out and submit an application for rental of assistive devices
4. Rental period and return
Free rental of assistive devices by the Health Insurance Corporation
The basic rental period is 2 months, and extensions are possible twice in 1 month units, so you can rent up to 4 months.
In case of return, you can return it by visiting the branch (center) where you rented it.
Today, we learned about the assistive device rental system, a service provided by the National Health Service to provide convenience to subscribers and reduce their economic burden.
If you need an assistive device temporarily, it would be good to inquire about the service at the nearest branch of the Health Insurance Corporation before purchasing it.