The FlexRim has been funded by most private insurance companies and across the entire VA system. We are working on getting a Medicare code based on the substantial ergonomic benefits that have been described in published scientific journals. See our research section for access to specific journal articles. These can be used as evidence in the reimbursement process.
Use two different therapy CPT codes:
1) 97750 for Diagnostic and Performance Testing, and
2) 97542 for Propulsion Assessment, Education and Training.
We recommend a 1-hour yearly propulsion evaluation for all self-propelling manual wheelchair clients. This is justified by the overwhelming evidence of overuse injuries in this population of individuals (50% to 80%). Propulsion training is identified as an important part of clinical practice in the PVA Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Preservation of Upper Limb Health in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries.