The Idaho Medicaid Durable Equipment Program 6/2010
What is the Idaho Medicaid Durable Medical Equipment program?
The Idaho Medicaid Durable Medical Equipment program authorizes medical equipment and/or supplies for Idaho Medicaid clients. They also assist Medicaid client's in finding local resources for purchasing the equipment and/or supplies through a medical supply company or pharmacy.
What is Durable Medical Equipment?
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) is the term used to describe medical items that can withstand repeated use. Some examples of DME include wheelchairs, walkers, and bath chairs. Medical supplies of an expendable nature, such as bandages, rubber gloves and irrigating kits may not be considered to be DME.
How can I learn more about the Idaho Medicaid Durable Medical Equipment program?
Online, go to: http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/
By phone, call the Idaho Medicaid Durable Medical Equipment Unit at: 1-866-205-7403.
What if I don’t have Idaho Medicaid?
By phone, you can call the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine by dialing 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 to get the contact information of your local medical equipment resources.
How can I apply for Idaho Medicaid?
By phone, you can call the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine by dialing 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 to get the contact information of your local Idaho Medicaid offices.
You can search for your local Idaho Medicaid office contact information in the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine online database.