About Us
Founded in 2006 and located near Philadelphia, PA, Carepoint Medical Solutions, LLC has rapidly become a leader in pneumatic compression therapy. In addition to offering state-of –the-art pneumatic in-home compression therapies and equipment, our specialists provide the expertise to guide physicians and patients in the selection, installation and use of a wide variety of pneumatic compression systems from today’s leading manufactures. In addition, we verify insurance coverage and directly bill insurance for qualifying patients. We are available 24/7 for technical support and patient assistance.
How does the process work?
Physicians, nurses, therapist or case managers call Carepoint Medical Solutions when they see patients with lymphedema, venous insufficiency and arterial insufficiency. We educate the referral source on appropriate compression therapies and equipment and advise on insurance coverage. Once a prescription is written, we facilitate the process of delivery and installation of the equipment and educate the patient on the proper use.
Medical research is finally demonstrating the benefit of pneumatic compression therapy for edema patients.
Our patient-focused professionals can help you learn how to get the most from it, in the comfort of your patient’s home.
Management of edema due to:
- Breast cancer surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Pelvic and groin dissection
- Congenital lymphatic deformity
- Venous and lymphatic insufficiency
- Acute injury
- Orthopedic surgery
Contraindications for pneumatic compression therapy:
- Non-compensated congestive heart failure (CHF)
- Recent acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Pulmonary edema
- Acute phlebitis
- Acute infection
- Peripheral arteriosclerosis