The mobility issues that come with age or illness can make the basic movements of standing up and sitting down difficult or almost impossible for some individuals. Lift chairs can be a simple and safe ...

The good news is that Medicare Part B may cover the seat lift mechanism in a lift chair that a doctor prescribes for use in your home. The bad news is that you must pay for the full cost of the ...

DEAR SAVVY SENIOR: Because of back pain and knee arthritis I’m interested in getting a power lift recliner for my living room that’s easy for me to get into and out of. Does Medicare cover them? DEAR ...

A Hoyer lift is a device that uses hydraulic pumps or electric power to raise a person in a sling. These devices allow people with mobility challenges to lift themselves from chairs, beds, wheelchairs ...

Currently, Medicare does not pay for stair lifts. However, some people who are eligible for Medicaid could receive financial support for home modifications such as stair lifts. Medicare is a ...

You might think that if you’re 65 or older and need a wheelchair or electric scooter to get around, Medicare would automatically cover it. But, as with so many areas of Medicare, things aren’t quite ...

This article was first published on NerdWallet.com. The good news is that Medicare Part B may cover the seat lift mechanism in a lift chair that a doctor prescribes for use in your home. The bad news ...