Medical equipment, explained without the jargon
Find what you need, understand what your insurance may cover, compare renting to buying, and know exactly what to do if you're denied.
Start with a tool
- What do I need?Describe the problem in everyday words and see which equipment usually helps.
- Coverage checkerYour insurance + the equipment = what's usually covered, and what paperwork is required.
- Rent vs. buySee which costs less over the months you actually need the item.
- Find a supplierHow to find a Medicare-enrolled supplier near you and what to ask before you order.
- Denied? Start herePick the reason on your letter and get the exact next steps to fix it.
Browse by equipment type
28 categories, each with the billing codes, coverage basics, and documentation people are usually asked for.
- WheelchairsManual wheelchairs for people who cannot walk safely or far.See details
- Power WheelchairsMotorized wheelchairs for people who cannot self-propel a manual chair.See details
- Mobility ScootersSeated scooters for longer-distance mobility inside and outside the home.See details
- WalkersWalkers and rollators that provide support and balance while walking.See details
- CanesSingle-point and quad canes for light balance support.See details
- CrutchesUnderarm and forearm crutches for temporary or ongoing support.See details
- Hospital BedsAdjustable beds for people who need positioning help at home.See details
- Patient LiftsLifts that help transfer a person safely between bed and chair.See details
- CPAP & BiPAPPositive airway pressure machines, masks, tubing, and supplies for sleep apnea.See details
- Oxygen EquipmentConcentrators, tanks, tubing, and portable oxygen systems.See details
- NebulizersMachines that turn liquid medicine into a mist you breathe in.See details
- Glucose MonitorsMeters, test strips, and lancets for checking blood sugar.See details
- Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM)Sensors and transmitters that track glucose throughout the day.See details
- Insulin PumpsPumps and related supplies for continuous insulin delivery.See details
- Braces & OrthoticsBack, knee, ankle, wrist, and other supportive braces.See details
- ProstheticsArtificial limbs and related components and supplies.See details
- Compression & LymphedemaCompression garments and pumps for swelling and lymphedema.See details
- Ostomy SuppliesPouches, barriers, and accessories for ostomy care.See details
- Urological SuppliesDrainage bags, irrigation kits, and related urological items.See details
- CathetersIntermittent, indwelling, and external catheters plus supplies.See details
- Incontinence SuppliesBriefs, pads, underpads, and skin-care items.See details
- Wound Care SuppliesDressings, gauze, negative-pressure systems, and wound accessories.See details
- Breast ProsthesesExternal breast forms and post-mastectomy bras.See details
- Bathroom Safety EquipmentGrab bars, rails, non-slip aids, and bathroom supports.See details
- CommodesBedside commodes, raised toilet seats, and toilet safety frames.See details
- Shower ChairsShower chairs and stools for safe seated bathing.See details
- Transfer BenchesTub transfer benches for getting in and out of the bathtub.See details
- Pediatric EquipmentEquipment sized and designed for infants, children, and teens.See details
Educational information only — this is not an eligibility determination. Eligibility for VA health care, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace coverage depends on your individual circumstances and official program rules, which can change. Confirm your own eligibility and coverage with the official source or the agency directly.