Introduces an article looking into the parallel life interruptions the pandemic caused for both people with disabilities and their caregivers. Read More
People With IDDs More Likely To Die From COVID-19, Study Suggests.
Reports on a study finding that people with IDDs (like cerebral palsy) are more likely to die from COVID-19, linking this finding to underlying conditions. Read More
Could the lessons of the pandemic be a boon to workers with disabilities?
Reports on the stories of those with disabilities like cerebral palsy, who benefited from new working environments and expectations due to the pandemic. Read More
‘Like Torture’: For Californians With Special Needs, Getting To See A Dentist Can Take Years
Explains that those with special needs, including those with cerebral palsy, require sedation for dental care, thereby complicating and delaying the process. Read More
Encuentre proveedores de atención médica: compare el cuidado de …
Provides ratings and reviews for the Margaret E Moul Home, a nursing home in Pennsylvania. Additionally, provides several details regarding vaccinations, emergency preparedness, penalties, and capacity. Read More
Topic Collection: Populations with Access and Functional Needs
This resourse states that “During a disaster, individuals with disabilities and others with access and functional needs will require special assistance from the emergency management system.” Read More
Braces (arm, leg, back, & neck)
Explains that Part B covers arm, leg, back, and neck braces when medically necessary and when a Medicare-enrolled doctor orders them. Read More
WHERE ARE THE COUNTERMEASURES? PROTECTING AMERICA’S HEALTH FROM CBRN THREATS A REPORT OF THE NATIONAL BIODEFENSE SCIENCE BOARD
March 2010 A 103 pg. PDF document on chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons. “Robust medical countermeasures are needed to protect America from major national security vulnerabilities. America faces grave danger from a wide range of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons, and from the emergence and spread of infectious diseases. CBRN weapons can cause very large numbers …
Suction pumps
“Part B covers suction pumps that your doctor prescribes for use in your home. They’re covered as durable medical equipment.” Read More
Medical Brace Coverage
Braces (arm, leg, back, & neck) Cost Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, & Supplies (DMEPOS) Competitive Bidding Program Related Resources Read More