We are often asked if we can bill Medicare and Insurance.

Many people out there in need of our items are either receiving Medicare or are covered by their insurance. We are an approved Medicare/Medicaid provider and also an approved provider for most insurance companies. Including Tri-Care- the carrier for Veterans.

To determine if we can bill your carrier we will need specific information from you and your doctor. Feel free to call us at: 1-800-852-7824 or you can email us at; info@tlchealthservices.com for more information.

Our Customer service department is available Monday-Thursday 8:30-4:00 

Some of the items commonly covered are:

Mobility items: Wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, Electric Wheelchairs, Walkers, Rollators, Canes. - and their accessories or replacement parts.

Wound prevention: Wheelchair cushions, Mattresses, Mattress overlays, Gel overlays for Wheelchairs and mattresses, Heel pillows, etc.

Incontenience items;

Braces for: knees, ankles, wrists, shoulders, necks

To see if you qualify for these items or to determine if your insurance company will pay for these items, feel free to call us.

Which is the best walker for my needs? We hear this question all of the time and while we are not physicians and cannot give specific issue related advice. We have been in the business long enough to offer some general advice when searching for a walker.

Walkers come in a variety of configerations. Folding four legged, the most common and probably the most familiar.   This type is usually aluminum or chrome. Then there are the folding walkers with wheels either 3" or 5". These are the exact same as the traditional folding walker with wheels replacing the front feet and glides (plastic covers over the rubber rear feet) that enable the walker to glide across the floor. Many people use tennis balls for this purpose and while it is functional we do not recommned this because of how dirty they get. The fuzz on the tennis balls are breeding grounds for bacteria not to mention dust balls! The plastic glides work better on all surfaces.

The person this is suited for is one with limited mobility and one who will not be walkng very far at one time. Also those in rehab from surgery such as hip replacement or knee replacement. It is usually for those who are unstable on either a temporary basis or a more permenant basis. The key here is the distance expected to travel and the load bearing tendencies. If the person will be using a mobility device to move about the home, i.e. from the bedroom to the bathroom, or from the bedroom to kitchen etc, this may be the best for you. Another key is the stability. These types of walkers with few wheels or no wheels are more stable and more sturdy and can take more of a weight load with no worries of it moving from under you. 

This is the choice for those who expect to be using a mobility device on a temporary basis or who need more support than a rolling walker.

The other types of walkers have either three wheels or four wheels. The most common is referred to as a "rollator" it has 4 large wheels and hand brakes. You will also note a seat in the middle with some sort of basket there for carrying things. For the more mobile person who will be traveling greater distances this is a better choice because it travels over a variety of surfaces easier. Plus it gives you a seat to rest when you get tired. These are very common in assisted living environments and also for those who need assistance but are not yet ready for a wheelchair. Most of these walkers come in a variety of colors.

To determine if this one is right for you. The questions to ask are; how far will i be traveling? what is the weight load I will be placing on it? What type of terrain will I be traversing? If you need some assistance with stability but not total weight bearing, this may be the better choice for you. It is also used by those consumers who expect a more long term use of thier mobility device.

We hope this helps in making your decision. If you have further questions please call us at: 1-800-852-7824

TLC Health Services focuses on "Caring for the Caregivers" This enables us to ensure proper care for patients and loved ones. Whether you are a professional or a loved one caring for a family member. Your least concern should be the supplies you need to provide the proper care for your patient/loved one.

TLC carries hundreds of thousands of items at discounted prices from the finest manufacturers in the industry we can assist you in selecting what you need and ship it directly to your door.

We supply such items as: Mobility (Wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, rolling walkers, canes, crutches) Massage products (Biotone cream, Biotone gel, Biotone lotion, Backnobbers, Knobbles, Index Knobble, Palm Massager, etc) Infact our best sellers are items related to massage therapy. The Biotone products and the backknobber are our best sellers on ebay.

We also supply knee braces, ankle braces, wrist braces, back braces, etc. Exercise balls, exercise bands (Thera-band) weights, treatment tables, etc. Most of these items can be found on ebay or at one of our tw websites: www.tlchealthservices.com or www.carolinadiscountmedical.com While this is jsut a sample of our hundreds of thousands of items, it provides you the consumer with an idea of what we offer.

Each month we add new products to our listings, if you do not see what you need online, we can still get it and provide you with a price.

We also offer shipping discounts and advice on which item is best for you.

Look for future blogs on how to select the best equipment for your needs. From Wheelchairs, to comparing scooters vs. electric wheelchairs. which cane is best for my condition? With the thousands of items to choose from how do I know which is best for me? TLC will assist you in making this decision.

We look forward to serving you and providing the care you deserve as you care for your patient/loved one.