Power Wheelchair (PWC) or Scooter Evaluation

You can benefit from the power wheelchair (PWC) or scooter evaluation if you have:

recently obtained a PWC or scooter
an increased number of “incidents” to self, others or objects
experienced a decline in physical or cognitive function due to injury or illness
difficulty maintaining attention or concentration
decreased reaction time, (such as inability to stop suddenly if another person were to cut in front of you while driving)
decreased safety awareness
vision impairments resulting in difficulty seeing signs, depth perception or distance between other cars
signs of increased confusion

The evaluation includes:

judgement

ability to navigate through the environment

decision making and problem solving

driving skills

physical and visual ability to operate the chair

inside “on road” driving evaluation

outside performance evaluation, if necessary

adaptation and/or modification suggestions, if needed

The evaluation & follow-up process involve:

The team is comprised of neuropsychologists, psychologists, and occupational therapists who provide on-site feedback at time of evaluation.
Follow-up services are available with an on-site therapist and client if further therapy/training is recommended at time of initial evaluation.
The OT is available to assist therapists or clients with the process of obtaining a powered mobility device, if qualified per Medicare with a medically necessary diagnosis.

Referrals are welcomed from healthcare professionals, facility staff, family, friends or self-referrals. A doctor’s referral is required for an initial OT assessment.

CGS accepts Medicare assignment and participates with many other insurance plans.

To schedule an appointment or to find out more information, please e-mail us at: cgs@cgs-eldercare.com or call: (410) 832-2729, option 2.