Home Lifts, Ramps & Vehicle Mods

Why Medicare Doesn’t Cover Stairlifts (and How to Pay for Them)

Older adult using a stairlift at home while a technician and caregiver review insurance paperwork and a laptop shows Medicare.gov

Stairlifts can restore independence, but traditional Medicare typically won’t pay for them. This article explains why Medicare excludes stairlifts, what other public and private programs may help, and step-by-step funding strategies — from Medicaid waivers and VA benefits to grants,…

Home Modification Grants: Paying for Ramps When Insurance Won’t

Aluminum residential ramp with wheelchair user, caregiver and contractor reviewing documents at a suburban home entrance

Many Americans need home ramps but find insurance will not pay. This article explains why insurers deny ramp coverage, what federal and state programs, non-profits, and tax options can help, and provides step-by-step checklists for prior authorizations, grant applications, contractor…

Does Medicare Cover Stair Lifts? The Hard Truth and Alternatives

Older adult using a stair lift at home with a technician taking measurements and a caregiver reviewing paperwork about insurance and funding options

Stair lifts are a common accessibility solution, but coverage is complicated. This article explains why Original Medicare usually denies stair lift claims, highlights exceptions and Medicare Advantage options, and maps practical alternatives — Medicaid waivers, VA benefits, grants, charities, and…