Traditional prosthetics require several appointments over a period of weeks or even months. Onsite manufacture allows for the creation of a prosthetic in a matter of hours or days, reducing the inconvenience for the patient.
On Site manufacturing of custom Orthotics and Prosthetics :
Werner de Beer Orthotist and Prosthetist is an excellent choice for those needing prosthetic or orthotic services. Another key factor in aiding the prosthetist or orthotist in his or her ability to provide excellent patient care is their on-site manufacturing capabilities. This allows them to not only fit ready-made devices, but to custom-modify those devices, or custom-fabricate a wide range of orthoses or prostheses at their facility to fit the specific needs of a particular client. And, if at a later date, modifications or adjustments need to be made, they can usually be done on-site providing the client with greater convenience and better service for their prosthetic or orthotic needs.
Together, the training, education, experience and manufacturing capability of orthotists and prosthetists equips them in their efforts to provide optimum fulfillment of their client’s orthotic and prosthetic needs.
Reimbursement:
Depending on the cause of amputation, injury or disability, the funding for your orthosis or prosthesis will most likely be funded by the various reimbursement options.
- Private Funds
- Medical Aid
- Road Accident Fund
- COIDA / WCA – Workman’s Compensation
- Medico-legal claims
We assist our pasient’s in the claiming or preparation of a claim for authorizations at the various Medical aids and funding establishments. Our offices will gladly inform and advise in documentation required in order to start the authorization requests. Our Practice is also listed as a preferred provider on certain medical aids and therefore assure the funders of best ethical practice on claims.
Please contact us to do a pre-appointment check, in order to see if your medical aid or other funding method will cover your Orthotic or Prosthetic device.
Consulting:
With practices in Margate and Port Shepstone we consult in both rooms during business hours.
On referral from your Surgeon, Occupational Therapist or Physio Therapist, we do consult and fit required Orthosis in all the hospitals in our area. Whether it’s a wheelchair needed after surgery, specialized bracing or just preventative DVT compression garments. We carry a wide variety of medical equipment to assist with mobility or comfort issues after surgery or to aid indoor/outdoor mobility should the need arise.
