Wheelchairs for Sale
We carry high quality, name brand wheelchairs like Pride Mobility and Invacare. We carry a selection of wheelchairs to try out at our stores and also have financing available through Synchrony Financing.
We carry high quality, name brand wheelchairs like Pride Mobility and Invacare. We carry a selection of wheelchairs to try out at our stores and also have financing available through Synchrony Financing.
Travel safely in your handicap van or wheelchair accessible vehicle with the right wheelchair. From small maneuverable wheelchairs that will fit in your apartment or home, to heavy duty power chairs with power seating, we can get you where you want to go. We feature quality brands of power wheelchairs from Invacare and Price, a perfect your mobility and lifestyle needs.
Compact and tightly folding designs make it possible for your manual wheelchair to fit into tiny car trunks and even overhead bins on airplanes, while providing a rigid frame performance creating stability and better handling. Adjustable wheelchairs and folding wheelchairs are well suited to active users. We carry reliable brands like Invacare and Drive Mobility.
One of the biggest factors that will determine how much you pay for a wheelchair is what type of chair you buy.
A standard, manual wheelchair has four tires, a seat, armrests, footrests, handles, and a manual brake. It is a basic setup that you move on your own without the assistance of electronics. Some are self-propelled, and some are companion compelled. If you select a manual wheelchair, you can expect to pay from $100 to $500.
Several factors can impact the price of a manual wheelchair, including:
A power wheelchair has the same basic design as a manual, but it includes a motor, battery, and a steering device. They are heavy, so a wheelchair accessible van or lift will be needed for transport. Most powered wheelchairs cost at least $3,000, but they can easily cost as high as $13,000. There are three basic types of power wheelchairs:
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers wheelchairs as durable medical equipment (DME). The best first step is to contact your insurance provider. They will be able to assist you in identifying a list of dealers familiar with the billing and approval process. Medicare helps cover DME if:
You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after you pay your Part B deductible for the year. Medicare pays the other 80%.
If you are in a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), contact your plan to find out about costs and which DME suppliers you can use.
The most affordable wheelchair is a simple, manual chair that on average starts at about $100.
To determine the appropriate wheelchair size that you need, you must calculate seat width, back height, seat depth and seat-to-floor height for the wheelchair user. It is recommended to seek the assistance of an Assistive Technology Professional or a Durable Medical Equipment professional to help you calculate your specific needs. Establishing these requirements correctly will allow you to avoid some of the most common and dangerous positioning concerns and ensure optimal comfort.
Seat-to-floor height determination will vary based on the environment(s) the chair will be used in most frequently. It is recommended to work with a professional to ensure you’re selecting the right height for your needs.
One of the most popular ways to access a wheelchair in the United States is by renting one. Ability Center does not offer wheelchair rentals, but we understand that many people have a need for this service and can help point you in the right direction.
If you only need a wheelchair for a brief period, such as a day trip and renting a wheelchair is more affordable than purchasing.
If you need a wheelchair rental because you or your loved one has a medical condition, you can ask your health insurance provider for recommendations about which vendors to use. Often, health insurance providers have a contract with a supplier and may only pay for wheelchair rentals from their preferred vendors.
Your local durable medical equipment (DME) supplier is another great resource for your wheelchair rental needs.
A prescription is not required to purchase a wheelchair, but if your doctor writes a wheelchair prescription for you, your medical insurance provider may help cover some, or all, of the costs associated with the wheelchair purchase.