Hi I'm a new ostomy patient. I was discharged from the hospital yesterday and was wanting to know what resources are out there for me. I'm on a very limited income, and my insurance doesn't cover home health services. I basically got some ostomy supplies but not enough of what I need. Can someone point me in the right direction of what I can do.
Thanks.
To get your ostomy order monthly set up Call the different distribution companies such as bryham, comfort medical . There are others just Google ostomy distribution companies . When you call ask them if they take your insurance if they do they will set you up to place an order. Did what they give you at the hospital work for your skin and ostomy without any issues?
To can also try ostomy products by calling the manufacturers like coloplast, Hollister, convetec (those are the 3 popular ones), and ask for samples of product to try. Important tip when you try new ostomy products try it on the abdomen but on the opposite side of the stoma, to make sure you don't have an allergic reaction.
If you don't have insurance that will pay for ostomy products and have to pay out of pocket medical monks is a good one. I know there are others on here that have to buy out of pocket and could give you more recommendations.
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Does your insurance cover ostomy supplies? If you don’t know, I’d start with calling them. Then just do a search for ostomy supplies or ostomy support groups and contact them.
KAS..A member here has some donated osty supplies that might help u out.
I also recvd some supplies to be donated. That could help you.
Once u know the type of system ans stoma size..she and I could help u out.
Alex suggested u contact yur ins. Co. First. Find out who is network. U have the big three.
Coloplast
Hollister
Convatec
All offer free supplies. For first time user. Give them a call or Google them.
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Hi and Welcome . Education is key on this new journey of yours. I suggest you check out UOAA, United Ostomy Association of America. It’s our National organization. Also , Ostomy101.com . You will learn about foods, blockages, skin care, clothing , Ostomy products, travel, activities , and a whole host of other tricks of the trade. You might also want to check out a local support group near you . Just remember you are not alone on this new journey of yours. Wearing a pouch does not define whom you are. There are solutions. We’re here for you . Best of luck.
