When an ankle, knee, or leg is injured due to an unexpected accident, it is very difficult and difficult to move immediately. A wheelchair is often preferred over crutches because it makes mobility easier, but the biggest problem is cost. For patients who are reluctant to use a wheelchair due to cost, the government is conducting a free wheelchair rental business. Let’s take a look at who can rent a wheelchair for free, how to apply, and how to rent a wheelchair for a fee.
How to rent a wheelchair for free
If you need to use a wheelchair constantly, purchasing one will be efficient, but if you are a recovering patient, renting is a good option. There are three main ways to rent a wheelchair for free. 1) Inquire at the local public health center, 2) Inquire at the local community center, and 3) Reservation for free rental of assistive devices by the National Health Insurance Service. You can rent a wheelchair by calling the public health center or community center by phone, so no explanation is required, but free wheelchair rental through the National Health Insurance Corporation requires an explanation. The contents are as follows. 휠체어 무료 대여
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In addition to wheelchairs, the National Health Insurance Corporation rents out assistive devices such as walkers and crutches free of charge. Those eligible for free rental are National Health Insurance subscribers, dependents, and recipients of medical benefits. Please note that patients undergoing inpatient treatment at a sanatorium are not eligible for free wheelchair rental.
Free wheelchair rental application: Internet
※ Go to National Health Insurance
https://www.nhis.or.kr/
First, go to the National Health Insurance website. From the top menu, go to [View All] – [Appeal] – [Personal Complaint]. You or your legal representative (guardian) can apply. After applying for free wheelchair rental, in order to actually use the wheelchair, the applicant must bring their ID card and visit the local rental office.
On the next screen, click [Auxiliary Device Rental] – [Status of Remaining Auxiliary Devices by Branch] at the bottom.
Then the above screen will appear. You can see how many wheelchairs can be rented free of charge in each region, and you can check the remaining number of devices such as walkers and crutches in the same way. To rent a wheelchair for free, just click on the number with the number remaining.
After completing the application for free wheelchair rental online, you must bring your identification card and visit the branch office to request a wheelchair within 3 days. If there is no remaining quantity, you may need to wait, and you will be contacted by the person in charge.
The devices that can be used through the free wheelchair rental service are divided into basic adult wheelchairs and children’s wheelchairs as above. Both wheelchairs are adjustable in footrest and height, and can be folded and stored in a vehicle. Depending on the region, some functional wheelchairs are available for free rental, but they are characterized by more adjustable parts and convenient operation.
The free rental period of the wheelchair is basically 2 months, and after using it for 2 months, it can be extended for 1 month, and can be extended for another 1 month, up to 4 months.
Free wheelchair rental application: phone
If it is difficult or impossible to apply for a free wheelchair rental through a PC or mobile phone, it can be solved over the phone. You can also apply for a rental over the phone by calling the National Health Insurance consultation number [1577-1000] and having a conversation with the counselor. Please note that request for free wheelchair rental via landline phone is available only from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 18:00 pm.
Lastly, we will inform you of the National Health Insurance assistive device rental offices in each region where you can apply for free rental of a wheelchair and receive it yourself. [Seoul Regional Headquarters] for Seoul and Gangwon, [Busan Regional Headquarters] for Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam, [Daegu Regional Headquarters] for Daegu and Gyeongbuk, [Gwangju Regional Headquarters] for Gwangju, Jeonbuk, Jeonnam, and Jeju, For Daejeon, Sejong, Chungbuk, and Chungnam, contact [Daejeon Regional Headquarters], and for Incheon and Gyeonggi Province, contact [Gyeongin Regional Headquarters] for detailed inquiries and applications.
Please apply for free wheelchair rental over the phone or the Internet to get help with treatment and rehabilitation.
For paid wheelchair rental
※ Seoul Danurim Tour Assistance Equipment Rental
http://www.seouldanurim.net/rent-asst
Although not a free service, there is also a way to rent a wheelchair for a fee for a small fee. It is to use the [Seoul Danurim Tour Assistance Equipment Rental] service conducted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Tourism Organization for the tourist weak. However, this service is not for temporary treatment or rehabilitation, but for those who have difficulties with mobility or communication due to disabilities.
wheelchair rental price
Reservations can only be made if you are a member of the Danurim website, and paid rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis. When you apply once, you can rent for 3 to 30 days, and since 10% of the product price is converted per day, you can rent a wheelchair at a price of around 1,000 won per day. In addition, it is convenient that wheelchairs can be delivered according to your convenience.
If you apply for 30 days but return the wheelchair after only using it for 10 days, you can refund the usage amount for the remaining period or extend it further when renting other devices. It is a service that can be used not only by Seoul citizens but also by residents of other areas other than Seoul.