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The Tragedy of Medicare Cuts In Wheelchair Funding

There is an existing crisis that is being faced by Americans who depend on Medicare for their powered wheelchairs.

In 2006 Medicare reimbursement for powered wheelchairs was cut 27%. In 2009 another 9.5% was cut. Today, many Americans are paying the price. Sign up for alerts and updates on this Medicare issue

Watch this two part video and see how these cuts have affected one small town in New York State, and then search your conscience and decide if you want this outrage to end.
PART 1
PART 2
Visit the National Coalition For Assistive & Rehab Technology site for more information on this subject.
 

July 29th, 2009 | Category: Praise and Scorn, Techguide Newsticker

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