[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
I know that choosing which pieces of equipment to buy for your elderly loved ones can get a little overwhelming, and then on top of that, choosing where to buy it. But with low tech equipment like raised toilet seats, you can keep it simple and not look too far.<\/p>\n
Walmart sells a range of over a hundred raised toilet seats from many of the most established brands. Their range has models of all the different types of raised toilet seat.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Walmart has a large range of raised toilet seats on their website and stocks all the following types of seat –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Contents Overview & Quicklinks” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_ul_font=”||||||||” body_ul_text_color=”#59bdd6″ hover_enabled=”0″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” border_color_all=”#3648ed” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n What are the brands of raised toilet seats that Walmart carries ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Established brands of raised toilet seats<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Which retailers have the biggest ranges of raised toilet seats ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n If I were shopping for a raised toilet seat, where would I go ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Where would I go to buy a bedside commode to use as a raised toilet seat ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Illustrations of different types of raised toilet seats<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Models of raised toilet seats where your existing seat is removed<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Raised toilet seats which don’t require the removal of the existing toilet seat<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Do you have Medicare Part B or Medicare Advantage plan ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Qualifying for Medicare Part B coverage for a bedside commode ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Where do you buy a bedside commode with Medicare Part B ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Do I get coverage for raised toilet seats and bedside commodes with Medicare Advantage plans ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Can I get coverage for raised toilet seats and 3-in-1 commodes on Medicaid ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n If you are a Veteran can you get financial help for a raised toilet seat ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Buying a refurbished raised toilet seat or 3-in-1 commode<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Assistive Technology Programs<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n FAQ’s<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedbrands” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Walmart carries several hundred raised toilet seats.<\/p>\n Here’s a list of the established brands of\u00a0risers, hinged risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats, seats with spacers, side locking seats, front locking seats without armrests, front locking seats with armrests, extra wide raised toilet seats with front locking and legs, raised toilet seats with a safety frame and bedside commodes –<\/p>\n AquaSense<\/strong> – side locking and front locking seats,\u00a0ranging in price from $29.99 – $67.99<\/p>\n Bemis<\/strong> – small range 4 of spacer seats,\u00a0ranging in price from $118.04 – $205.05<\/p>\n Carex<\/strong> – a large range of risers, hinges risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats, side locking seats, front locking with and without arms, and mechanized assistance lifts,\u00a0ranging in price from $15.77 – $165. 74<\/p>\n Centoco<\/strong> – a pair of spacer seats,\u00a0ranging in price from $93.20 -$119.99<\/p>\n DMI<\/strong> – side locking seat with arms,\u00a0ranging in price from $35.60 – $59.90<\/p>\n Drive Medical<\/strong> – risers with hinges, risers with armrests, side locking raised toilet seats, front locking seats with and without armrests,\u00a0ranging in price from $26.77 – $66.46<\/p>\n Equate<\/strong> – front locking seat with armrests $39.53<\/p>\n Essential Medical<\/strong>\u00a0Supply<\/strong> – risers, risers with armrests, front locking seats with and without armrests,\u00a0ranging in price from $13.92 – $78.19<\/p>\n Graham Field<\/strong> – riser with armrests, bubble seat, front locking seat without armrests,\u00a0ranging in price from $22.21 – $75.49<\/p>\n Invacare<\/strong> – bubble seat,\u00a0ranging in price from $66.97<\/p>\n Maddak<\/strong> – hinged riser, riser with armrests, bubble seats, hip replacement seats, seats with bolt on flange, extra wide seat with legs,\u00a0ranging in price from $34.82 – $172.02<\/p>\n Mckesson<\/strong> – side locking seats, front locking seat with and without arms,\u00a0ranging in price from – $30.46 – $54.99<\/p>\n Medline<\/strong> – bubble seat, front locking seats with and without armrests,\u00a0ranging in price from $23.58 – $53.47<\/p>\n Mobb<\/strong> –\u00a0foldable hinged raised seats,\u00a0 starting at $84.95<\/p>\n Nova<\/strong> – risers, hinges risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats,\u00a0front locking with and without arms,\u00a0ranging in price from $27.68 – $75.66<\/p>\n PCP<\/strong> – bubble seats, side locking seats, front locking seats with and without arms and raised toilet seat with safety frame, ranging in price from $19.99-$119.99<\/p>\n Vaunn Medical<\/strong> – front locking raised toilet seats with armrests,\u00a0ranging in price from $64.16 – $68.86<\/p>\n Vive<\/strong> – riser with armrests,\u00a0ranging in price from $87.99 – $100.00<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedestablished” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are looking for a raised, the following list is of well known brands of raised toilet seat which can be relied upon for their build quality.<\/p>\n The list includes brands which make\u00a0risers, hinged risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats, seats with spacers, side locking seats, front locking seats without armrests, front locking seats with armrests, extra wide raised toilet seat with front locking with and without legs, raised toilet seats with a safety frame –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedretailers” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Walmart and Amazon carry almost every type of raised toilet<\/strong> seat<\/strong> that is available in the US and have by far the biggest range of choice – risers, hinged risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats, seats with spacers, side locking seats, front locking seats without armrests, front locking seats with armrests, extra wide front locking with legs and raised toilet seats with a safety frame.<\/strong><\/p>\n Walmart and Amazon have by far the largest number of brands – of the established brands, they each carry at least 20.<\/p>\n Of the established brands Walmart and Amazon carry – AquaSense, Bemis, Carex, DMI, Drive Medical, Easy Comforts, Equate, Essential Medical, Graham Field, Healthsmart, Lumex, Maddak, McKesson, Medline, Mobb, Nova, PCP, Probasics, and Vaunn Medical.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Home Depot has a range of around 50 models of raised toilet seat<\/strong>\u00a0and caries 8 of the best\u00a0 more established brands.<\/p>\n Of the established brands Home Depot<\/strong> carries are AquaSense, Bemis, Carex, Centoco, Delta, DMI, Drive Medical, Glacier Bay, Healthsmart and Medline.<\/strong><\/p>\n Home Depot<\/strong> carries a wide range of Centoco raised toilet seats – seats with spacers –<\/strong> which are a bit different from the other types.<\/p>\n Home Depot <\/strong>carries all the following types of raised toilet seats –\u00a0bubble seats, seats with spacers, risers, hinged risers, risers with armrests, side locking seats, front locking seats, front locking seats with armrests and raised toilet seat with safety frame.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Lowes <\/strong>carries a smaller range of around\u00a026 different raised toilet seats.<\/p>\n Lowes<\/strong> carries the following types of raised toilet seats –\u00a0risers, hinged risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats, side locking seats, front locking seats without armrests, and front locking seats with armrests.<\/strong><\/p>\n Of the established brands Lowes<\/strong> carries\u00a0 – Carex, Delta, Drive Medical, Essential Medical supply and Moen.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Walgreens <\/strong>also carries a smaller range of around 23 raised toilet seats, again all of which are from well known brands – AquaSense, Carex, Drive Medical, Essential Medical, Healthsmart and Nova.<\/strong><\/p>\n The types of raised toilet seats carried by Walgreens<\/strong> are –\u00a0risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats, side locking seats, front locking seats with armrests, and front locking seats without armrests.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Rehabmart.com<\/strong>\u00a0is a very good specialist online supplier of durable medical equipment, and they sell a range of between 40 and 50 models of raised toilet seat including\u00a0 –\u00a0risers, hinged risers, risers with armrests, bubble seats, seats with spacers, side locking seats, front locking seats without armrests, front locking seats with armrests, extra wide front locking with and without legs and raised toilet seats with a safety frame.<\/strong><\/p>\n Of the established brands\u00a0Rehabmart.com <\/strong>carries –\u00a0AquSense, Bemis, Carex, Drive, Etac, Guardian, Handicare, Maddak, North Coast, Performance Health, and TFI Healthcare.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedishop” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Personally, I’d go to Rehabmart.com first<\/strong>, they have a good range, and I like to support a smaller company.<\/p>\n Rehabmart.com is a company run by occupational therapists, and they have a range of 40-50 raised toilet seats with all the big brands, and all the model types.<\/p>\n If Rehabmart.com<\/strong> don’t have what it is I am looking for, I would go to Walmart or Amazon to browse through what they have, but first to get an idea of what is available.<\/p>\n If I had to choose between Walmart and Amazon, I would go with Walmart, just because a refund is simpler if the product doesn’t work out.<\/p>\n I also think that Walmart’s site is more user-friendly than Amazon – they don’t throw in so much unwanted stuff in the search results – but between the two, I really don’t think there is much of a difference.<\/p>\n Home Depot is the place to go if you want Centoco raised toilet seats, and they have a lot of the Carex and Drive Medical models.<\/p>\n Lowes and Walgreens do sell the established brands, but the ranges are pretty small, so are going to get something very standard and no models with nay variations.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedbedside” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are looking for an elderly loved one and want something more secure than your standard front locking toilet seat, or something with larger armrests, then I’d consider a 3-in-1 bedside commode.<\/p>\n You can simply remove the bucket and use it over the toilet.<\/p>\n My mom was going to have a raised toilet seat, until she discovered that she really wanted something a bit bigger, that had legs and big armrests – this is not to say that raised toilet seats do not suit some people, but as a 91-year-old lady who had just had a hip replacement, they did inspire confidence for my mom.<\/p>\n So, we opted for a 3-in-1 commode and have used that for mom over the toilet for over two years now, and mom prefers it to the toilet even though she no longer needs it.<\/p>\n You can find lots of examples of these at Walmart also, but if you want some other choices, read on.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedbedsidebuy” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you decide that you would like to get a bedside commode that you can use as a raised toilet seat, and as a toilet safety frame, then you will need a model which goes over a toilet.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n So, you are going to be looking at these types of bedside commodes –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 3-in-1 or All-in-One bedside Commodes –<\/strong><\/p>\n Walmart, Amazon, Home Depot, Rehabmart.com, Home-med-equip.com – all have a wide range.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Drop Arm 3-in 1 Commodes –<\/strong><\/p>\n Walmart, Amazon, Rehabmart.com, Home-med-equip.com – you have a good range<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bariatric 3-in-1 commodes<\/strong>\u00a0–<\/p>\n Walmart, Amazon,\u00a0Rehabmart.com, Home-med-equip.com – I do prefer the two specialist online sites (I don’t mean Amazon) as they have Tuffcare and TFI Healthcare who have some models with more features<\/p>\n <\/p>\n To buy any type of bedside commode which is for use over a toilet, I like American Discount Home Medical – https:\/\/home-med-equip.com. <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The site has a good range of bedside commodes, they give all the specifications for every model, all the manufacturers’ information is available, and well laid out for the customer to navigate through.<\/strong><\/p>\n All the equipment is high quality – they also note with each model if it can be used over a toilet or not.<\/strong><\/p>\n This is not to say that you won’t get a good 3-in-1 model at Walmart or any of the other sites, and if you do, I would get one of the well known brands.<\/strong><\/p>\n The advantage of buying in a retail store is that you can check it out and take it back more easily if you have a problem with it.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n If you need to check weight capacities for raised toilet seats of virtually any type, I have an article with more than 180 raised toilet seats, in which I list the seat name, manufacturer, model number and the weight capacity – “Raised Toilet Seat Weight Capacities: over 180 examples”.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedillustrations” 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_builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Before you buy a raised toilet seat, or a 3-in-1 bedside commode, if you are enrolled in either Medicare Part B, or a Medicare Advantage plan, you may want to consider seeing if you can get coverage.<\/p>\n If you can qualify for coverage for a bedside commode through Medicare<\/strong>, you will typically be covered for up to 80% of the Medicare-approved price, if it is considered “medically necessary”.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, Medicare Part B will not cover a raised toilet seat.<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedmedbqualify” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you want Medicare Part B to cover 80% of the Medicare-approved price for a bedside commode you must\u00a0 –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n From Medicare: – You can check it here at\u00a0<\/span>Medicare.gov.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Your Medicare-enrolled physician has to show that you are medically unable to use the toilet, or get to the toilet without assistance.<\/strong><\/p>\n You will then go with the prescription to a Medicare-enrolled supplier – you want one who is a “Medicare Participating Supplier” who accepts “assignment”, so that you get the best deal.<\/p>\n If you use a supplier who accepts assignment you will only pay 20% of the Medicare-approved price for the 3-in-1 commode, as your coinsurance, and if your deductible applies you will pay that as well.<\/p>\n Now, it probably seems a little crazy paying your Medicare deductible for a $100 bedside commode, as it is more than the price of most 3-in-1 commodes, but if your deductible doesn’t apply, you will get a $100 commode for $20.<\/p>\n If you want to find out more about purchasing a 3-in-1 commode with Medicare, I have a long article all about how it works, and which talks about other funding sources if you don’t qualify with Medicare. “Does Medicare Cover Bedside Commodes ?” can be found<\/strong> here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedmedbbc” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you got a signed prescription from a Medicare-enrolled doctor, don’t forget that you can only use Medicare-enrolled suppliers if you are to get coverage<\/strong>, and to get the lowest coinsurance payment you can\u00a0only use “Medicare Participating Suppliers”, and only if they accept assignment.<\/strong><\/p>\n To find a local DME supplier you can go here on\u00a0<\/b>\u00a0Medicare.gov<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedadvantage” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Medicare Advantage plans have to offer the same services as Medicare Part B.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 3-in-1 bedside commode –<\/strong><\/p>\n So, if you qualify for a 3-in-1 bedside commode under the Medicare guidelines for a bedside commode, and you have an Advantage plan, you are covered to at least the same level as with Medicare Part B – but you will have to go through your Advantage plan’s providers and their supply network.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Raised toilet seats –<\/strong><\/p>\n Medicare Advantage plans as of the fall of 2020 are being allowed to offer some new benefits,<\/strong> and these include bathroom safety devices<\/strong> – it is only a minority of plans doing this right now, but it is a good idea to check and see if yours does this.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedmedicaid” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Individuals on Medicaid may be able to enroll as participants in certain programs, and then qualify for durable medical equipment for free through these different state programs, HCBS waivers and 1915 waivers.<\/p>\n Programs and waivers will vary by state, but if you qualify, and you can get into a program or waiver for home and community based services, you may be able to get coverage for all or some of your durable medical equipment for the home.<\/p>\n Go to the section on Medicaid in the second half of this article\u00a0here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Using the links in the section on Medicaid in the article, you can check and see which programs, if any, are available in your state, and what the guidelines are for qualification.<\/p>\n You will also find out whom you have to contact to find out if you qualify.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedveteran” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Department of Veterans’ Affairs has grants, programs, and pensions for veterans which will help to cover the cost of durable medical equipment such as raised toilet seats and 3-in-1 commodes.<\/p>\n To find out about your local VA Medical Centers, Clinics and offices and get more information, use this link\u00a0here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”raisedrefurbished” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Goodwill, the Salvation Army and other charitable organizations have stores where you can buy “gently used” or refurbished equipment like raised toilet seats and bedside commodes.<\/p>\n You will also find them in thrift stores across the US.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You can find local Goodwill stores throughout most of the US.<\/p>\n To locate Goodwill store that’s near you, go here –\u00a0https:\/\/www.goodwill.org\/locator\/<\/a><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n The Salvation Army is another charitable organization with stores across the country.<\/p>\n You can go to their website here and use their locator to find a store near you – <\/a>https:\/\/satruck.org\/<\/a><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Another fantastic resource for information on a local level, where you should be able to find out a lot about programs in your area for refurbishing and recycling, is your local Area Agency on Aging.<\/p>\n They work with local community groups working to help caregivers and the elderly.<\/p>\n\n
What are the brands of raised toilet seats that Walmart carries ?<\/h2>\n
Established brands of raised toilet seats<\/h2>\n
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Which retailers have the biggest ranges of raised toilet seats ?<\/h2>\n
If I were shopping for a raised toilet seat, where would I go ?<\/h2>\n
Have you thought about a bedside commode as a raised toilet seat ?<\/h2>\n
Where would I go to buy a bedside commode to use as a raised toilet seat ?<\/h2>\n
Illustrations of the different types of raised toilet seats<\/h2>\n
Systems that use your existing toilet seat\u00a0 –<\/h3>\n
Risers<\/h3>\n
Clip-On raised toilet seats<\/h3>\n
Models where your existing toilet seat is removed<\/h2>\n
Seats with spacers<\/h3>\n
Raised toilet seats, which don’t require the removal of the existing toilet seat<\/h2>\n
Bubble seats (this is not an official name for these seats) –<\/h3>\n
Clipper seats<\/h3>\n
Seats with side fixings and a front “bracket” –<\/h3>\n
Front Locking raised toilet seats –<\/h3>\n
Raised toilet seats with legs<\/h3>\n
Safety frames with elevated seats<\/h3>\n
3-in-1 bedside commode<\/h3>\n
Do you have Medicare Part B or a Medicare Advantage plan ?<\/h2>\n
Qualifying for Medicare Part B coverage for a bedside commode\u00a0 ?<\/h2>\n
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“Commode chairs<\/em><\/strong>
Part B (Medical Insurance)\u00a0covers commode chairs as durable medical equipment(DME) when ordered by a doctor for use in your home if you can\u2019t use a regular toilet.<\/em>“<\/p>\nWhere do you buy a bedside commode with Medicare Part B ?<\/h2>\n
Do I get coverage for raised toilet seats and bedside commodes with Medicare Advantage plans ?<\/h2>\n
Can I get coverage for raised toilet seats and 3-in-1 commodes on Medicaid ?<\/h2>\n
If you are a Veteran can you get financial help for a raised toilet seat ?<\/h2>\n
Buying a refurbished raised toilet seat or 3-in-1 commode<\/h2>\n
Goodwill<\/h3>\n
Salvation Army<\/h3>\n
Area Agency On Aging<\/h3>\n