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How do I get a wheelchair?

At CDI Medical, we support you at every step to obtain a wheelchair tailored to your needs, with complete ease and at no cost to you. Here is the detailed procedure.

1️⃣ First step: The medical prescription

✔ Consult your general practitioner, who will need to fill out a special medical prescription called appendix 1.  .

✔ If your doctor is not familiar with this document, we can send it to him or her by e-mail.

✔ It will indicate the severity level of your condition, which will determine the type of wheelchair needed (standard, modular, care, or electric).

2️⃣ Free assessment and home visit

✔ Once you have the prescription, send it to us and call us.

✔ A mobile certified bandager from CDI Medical will come to your home for free to:

  • Check your specific needs (type of chair, dimensions, accessories).
  • Ensure that the chair is suitable for your environment (door sizes, home accessibility).

3️⃣ Request for authorisation from the mutual insurance

✔ Standard wheelchair :

  • We are sending the authorisation request to the medical advisor of your mutual insurance.
  • The agreement may take several weeks before it is validated.
  • Once the agreement is obtained, we will order the chair, which will be delivered to your home.

✔ Modular or electric chair :

  • A multidisciplinary agreement is required with several specialists to precisely validate your needs.
  • Once approved, we order a bespoke chair, along with the necessary accessories.

4️⃣ Delivery and installation of your wheelchair

✔ Upon receipt of your chair, we will deliver it to your home.

✔ We make all the necessary adjustments to ensure your comfort and safety.

✔ You sign the equipment delivery certificate, which allows CDI Medical to obtain reimbursement from social security.

📅 Deadlines to anticipate

Between the prescription and the receipt of the chair, the process can take 1 to 2 months, depending on the type of chair and administrative delays.

Need help? As soon as you receive your medical prescription, contact us to start the process and ensure prompt assistance.

📞 CDI MEDICAL – By your side for your mobility!

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