Today there are many options for vehicle lifts to meet just about every need. The most important pieces of information to have when searching for a lift are the mobility device make and model (scooter, power chair, etc.) and the vehicle’s year, make, and model. There are standard hitch-mounted lifts that are very common. They come in a variety of weight capacities and platform sizes. When selecting a hitch-mounted lift, it is important to know the tongue weight of the…
Whether a claimant has experienced a minor injury or a catastrophic loss, vehicle modifications may come into play as part of the care plan. Having a vehicle modification expert to guide you through the process is a great option to keep the process running smoothly. In many cases, vehicle modifications cannot be completed without a license endorsement or restriction being added through the local licensing agency. At the same time, the licensing agency may require that they see the claimant…
In the arena of workers’ compensation related home and vehicle modifications, the OT serves a very important role. The OT evaluation provides recommendations for medically necessary modifications and reduces the back and forth of unnecessary requests. In a home modification situation, starting with a solid OT evaluation is key to producing a scope of work that will be clear to all parties. For example, a doctor may write a prescription for a “kitchen renovation for handicap accessibility”, but what exactly…
