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Question 1

1) What types of financing are available in Hawaii if insurance doesn't cover home modifications?

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to think about when searching for aid to purchase your walk in bathtub. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make house modifications to empower aging in place. The USA Rural Development program is also called the Section 504 plan, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program as well as the RD 504 Loan Program. The alterations can include a walk in tub. There are age, income and geographic requirements to participate. Then, you can click on your own county plus a record of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance system for the elderly, you can check this list to find out if there are any that include home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national nonprofit that can possibly cancel the installation costs of a walk in tub, can be a great resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other alternatives to consider. The Internal Revenue Service may decide your home alteration qualifies for tax deductions as a medical and dental expense. This really should not be confused with the Dependent Care Tax Credit, which is used for dependent care expenses incurred by a primary taxpayer to empower them to work instead of caring for their dependent. There are also qualifications to be able to assert an individual who needs care as a dependent. Call the Internal Revenue Service to find out when you can deduct the price of installing your walk-in bathtub. IRS Publication 502 is a great resource that will enable you to estimate whether changing your toilet qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You may also phone them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification can also allow you to locate help to cover home modifications. Click the link to find out more about this alternative http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 2

2) How much is it for a cheaper walk-in bathtub?

A cheaper fundamental variant of the walk in bathtub can cost between $1,7000 and $3,000 in [

Question 3

3) Is there a way to get Jacuzzi jets in my tub?

Yes. Be careful of the quantity of water and atmosphere that comes out of the jets to ensure it's the proper amount that will soothe aches and your sore muscles using a massage sense. Jets can be placed to target particular areas to provide for the best effects. Many Honolulu customers take pleasure in the therapeutic effect of having jets installed in their own walk in bath for an extensive range of medical conditions that gain from the easiness that is additional.

Question 4

4) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Hawaii?

Aetna does not insure walk in bathtubs under their plans that are traditional in Hawaii. Aetna does not cover walk-in bathtubs under their HMO and health network plans either. They generally follow Medicare's standards for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the restroom. In case the member is bed- room or confined - some DMEs are considered necessary, instead of a public toilet. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it's essential for daily activities and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing considered essential and is considered a daily living activity, Aetna lists bathroom items which are considered necessary if a member is not able to bathe or shower without being seated or unable to transfer to and from a tub.

Question 5

5) Are these tubs as easy to clean as normal tubs?

They are easy to clean, but unlike routine baths, itis advisable to keep a day-to-day cleaning custom with a walk-in tub following manufacturer's recommendations and using the correct products. You would like to really make sure with a walk in bath that you remove scum and spots to protect the surface. Depending on whether you have hard water, soft water, or water, you will see various kinds of deposits and stains on your bath. Get into the practice of wiping down the wet surfaces after each use to help avoid the build up scum, which will require more scrubbing afterwards. Weekly, use cleansers to wash your walk in tub. Products that address your specific water stain and deposits ought to be considered as well as any indications that these products may destroy the finish on your bath. You want to get familiar with the best cleaning techniques for your type of bath since tubs are generally either acrylic or fiberglass. Fiberglass can easily dull and is porous and fragile and blot. Do not use harsh abrasive products on fiberglass. Acrylic is non porous and simple to clean. Don't use abrasive cleansers you might dull the finish and scrape the bathtub. Additionally, if the current weather permits, air the room out so that it does not stay humid. Some manufacturers recommend that your bathroom window opens for an hour daily to let moisture escape.

Question 6

6) Will Medicare cover the cost of equipment and installation in Hawaii?

Medicare does not cover walk in tub equipment and installation costs in Hawaii, for the reason that they're house alterations, not durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment doesn't contain physical changes to a home, just medical gear and materials which are accustomed to help a patient in and out of bed or a seat, or use a shower or bathtub safer and easier. Consumer Affairs suggests that you may want to contact Medicare to see if (for mobility safety reasons) a walk in tub is warranted to ascertain if the equipment could be somewhat compensated. More often than not, they will not cover it. However, if you're qualified for Medicaid, the system in your state may offer you some financial assistance for a walk-in bath. You may qualify for a Home and Community Based Service (HCBS) waiver to play for certain specialized medical equipment and availability adjustments. If you're a recipient of Medicare and Medicaid, you must also think about the Double-Eligible Special Needs Strategy. This plan is part of the Medicare Advantage plan for dual eligibles. The Special Needs Plan (SNP) or Medicaid may consider your qualifications when you can demonstrate that a walk-in bath is medically necessary, not only a convenience, or as a prevention in the instance of a fall, along with a written prescription that describes the need for a person to remain residing in their own residence. Medicaid offers a whole listing of waivers applicable to the elderly that we suggest that you review. Also, contact your Honolulu or Hawaii Area Agency on Aging (AAA) to investigate Medicaid Waivers and financial choices for long term care.

Question 7

7) Do Walk-In Bathtubs Leak?

Yes, they could leak. Consumers who purchased poorer quality fiberglass in a framed walk in tub have reported that their walk-in tub eventually revealed spider splitting in the floor region and then leaked. Another common criticism from people who tried to save money and purchased a poor quality bath comes from door escapes. When purchasing a walk-in bathtub, be sure to purchase a lifetime warranty, because as soon as the door escapes, you can not use the bath, until you fix the seal. Be sure that the walk in tub is powerful and rigid to prevent any flex that inhibits a water-tight door. Furthermore, during the installation procedure, it is recommended that the Hawaii installer never lift the bath by the plumbing, since it can result in escapes. Mishandling and additionally any damage that could have occurred during carrying can loosen fittings and cause leakage. Before using the walk-in bath, it's important that the bathtub is tested by the installer properly according to the instruction manual. The water may have trouble draining properly and might cause the door to leak if the tub is not installed level together with the supporting attributes provided. Eventually, be sure to understand the risks linked to the positioning of your walk in tub, particularly alcoves, because they have particular requirements to prevent leaking.

Question 8

8) Will AARP cover the cost of equipment and installation?

AARP is not a provider of insurance, but contracts with insurance companies to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP does not make health plan recommendations for individuals and doesn't cover the price of walk in bathtubs or any well-being needs. AARP does provide coverage like other health plans and Medicare Supplement Insurance and access to health care tools to members as a resource, but third parties provide member advantages. Check with the plans which are recorded under AARP's membership services in Hawaii.

Question 9

9) How do I know these tubs will fully seal and not leak out all over the floor?

Appropriate setup and initial testing should provide you with a leak-proof experience, yet there are episodes that customers report where they experienced flows. Under appropriate conditions, the weight of the water should compress the door seal making it completely leak proof. Some units comprise a second drain under the entrance door to help prevent escapes in the event the door does leak. Ask if this attribute is included. We highly advise that you just get a lifetime warranty, as it covers the door in the instance of a flow as well as the seal. Some people replace the door seal on a walk-in tub themselves. Also, it's vital that you take great care of the walk-in bathtub door when the bath is not in use to prevent early failure of the seal. Wiping door jamb and the door seal down after each use can preserve the integrity of the water seal. Follow the maintenance and care directions. Additionally, any modest set of debris or soil on the door seal or where the seal comes in contact with all the door jamb can lead to a modest flow through the door seal, so always wipe down the door seal.

Question 10

10) Can I make one of these myself?

Yes, but most people don't start from scratch, they begin with a bathtub conversion kit. There are instructions available on how exactly to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in bath. We advise that you understand just how to make use of the tools that are correct in order that you just don't end up with a non-working bath. There are firms that know the way to turn your home and your tub more disability reachable for less of an investment than alternatives. As Hawaii installers, we understand how to direct you in the right course, so please ask us for a consultation so we can help you make your house meet your present wants, especially if you have recently become disabled or are supplying an elderly individual care-giving in their own house or your residence.

Question 11

11) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Occasionally, however, it is essential to modify the pipes determined by the place of the drains. Installers may need to add a fitting to the present wastewater conduit for a walk in bathtub. Existing pipes may allow for faster drain times or slower drain times.

Question 12

12) Why are these tubs so much more expensive than normal tubs?

Mainly you're paying for a list of safety features that are not accessible on a regular bath. These safety features are built into walk-in tubs for persons with limited mobility to decrease the possibility of falling down. An essential aspect of walk in tubs is that there is a low step threshold to permit a user to easily enter into the tub unconcerned concerning the normal high wall of a normal bathtub. The walk in baths also generally contain jet therapy a cleaning function, and enhanced drain options. Also, among the reasons why the cost varies among the walk-in tubs is that the tubs are custom-made depending on someone 's needs rather than factory copied, so you could find a bathtub that is specially made for somebody who needs wheelchair accessibility, a bath that fits a bigger person, or a soaker tub with jets.

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