Is your orthosis jacket medically recognized? Then reimbursement is possible through the care office! For stays in a Wlz institution, the institution determines which aids are necessary and arranges the application through the care office.

The benefits for you as a healthcare professional:

Requesting a custom-made orthotic gown from the care office through a contracted supplier offers several benefits to the occupational therapist or physiotherapist involved in the client's care:

1. Easy access to resources

Because the supplier is contracted and the orthosis gown is fully reimbursed by the WLZ, the occupational therapist or physiotherapist has the certainty that the necessary aids are available without financial barriers for the client. This ensures that the therapist can fully focus on the best care and the most suitable tool, without worrying about the costs or reimbursement.

2. Streamlined application process

A contracted provider often means that there is a streamlined application and approval process between the healthcare provider and the healthcare administration office. This can lead to less administrative burden and a faster delivery of the orthosis gown, so that the client can be helped faster.

3. Quality assurance

Because the supplier has a contract with the care offices, there are usually certain quality standards and agreements about the service. The occupational therapist or physical therapist can be confident that the orthotic gown is of high quality and meets the client's medical needs. This reduces the risk of problems with the device and increases the satisfaction of both the client and the caregiver.

4. Better collaboration and support

Contracted suppliers often have close ties with healthcare providers, which can lead to better support, for example in the measurement, adjustments and aftercare of the orthotic gown. This makes it easier for the therapist to make the right adjustments and to monitor the client's progress properly.

5. Insured reimbursement and administrative simplification

Working with a contracted supplier means that the reimbursement is arranged directly through the WLZ, without the therapist or client being confronted with unexpected costs afterwards. This also makes it easier for the therapist administratively, as there is less chance of rejections or problems with reimbursement.

In summary, working with a contracted supplier ensures that the occupational therapist or physiotherapist can deploy the necessary tools faster and more efficiently, with guaranteed quality and without financial or administrative obstacles.