When you are told that a loved one needs a hospital bed for home use for long-term care, one of the first and most urgent questions is, “How much does this cost?” The financial situation can be difficult to navigate; prices are not always posted online. From one place to the next, all costs vary, and naturally we can offer a comparison picture of what real bathroom renovation prices are and why there’s such a wide-ranging price gap.
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If you require certain equipment for a short period of time or while on holiday but don’t wish to invest in a new hospital bed rental, Heartwaves can assist you. The ultimate cost will vary based on a few important factors, though.
Breaking Down the Cost Factors
The monthly rental rate is just the beginning. Here’s what it all adds up to:
- Type of Bed: A simple semi-electric bed (electric head, no electric height) costs less. A fully electric bed that can adjust the head, foot, and height with a single button push will cost more. Special feature beds, such as scale-built-in and advanced pressure-relief (e.g., air fluidized), can be much pricier.
- Rental Length: Typically the monthly rate decreases with additional months paid in advance. Three-month rentals tend to cost less per month than a single month.
- Location: Prices in major urban centres like Toronto, Vancouver, or Calgary may be higher than those in smaller cities, towns, or more rural areas, where the supplier has lower overhead costs.
- Not all accessories are included: The bed itself is a piece of the puzzle. Essential equipment adds to the cost:
- Specialty Mattress: An air or foam mattress designed to reduce pressure sores may cost an additional $50 – $150+/month.
- Bed rails typically cost between $15 and $30 per month.
- Overbed Table: May add $20 – $40 per month.
A Realistic Price Scenario
Let’s say we have a standard home recovery for one of your patients, who will be recovering from surgery at home over the course of three months.
- Full-Electric Hospital Bed Rental: $250/month
- Low-Air-Loss Pressure Mattress: +$100/month
- Set of Bed Rails: +$25/month
- Delivery & Pickup Fee (will apply only once): +$75 – $150
Total Estimated Monthly Cost: ~$375
Plus one-time setup fees.
Navigating Insurance and Payment
It’s crucial to avoid assuming that you will have to cover these costs yourself.
- Provincial Health Plans: It varies by province. Some policies may also cover the cost of bed hire if formally recommended by a doctor or specialist for a particular, legitimate medical need. It’s also frequently not comprehensive.
- Private Insurance: The one most Canadians go to. Call your extended health benefits provider (whether through work or a private plan). In most cases, they cover the entire rental price of the equipment or a significant portion of it.
- Not Insured Options: If you are an uninsured patient, inquire with the medical supply firm if they offer sliding scale fees or payment plans.
The Bottom Line:
It is important to start off with a prescription and assessment from a doctor or occupational therapist. Next, reach out to your insurance providers and ask about what you’re covered for. Finally, obtain detailed price quotes from two or three reputable local medical equipment suppliers. We do this to help you find the cheapest, most fair bed for your loved one.
