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My husband is mostly home-bound and needs toenails clipped, they are thick and I can’t do it. Looking for a nurse or aide to cut his toenails every few months.
His PCP will need to make a referral for a podiatrist; or you may be able to call podiatrist directly; you can try that and they will tell you if you need a referral from PCP.
Hi BenchmarkKid, how do you get this kind of care going? Like the extra things besides Dr visits n pharmacy? My mom has medicare advantage and it seems she could be missing out on a lot because I’m unaware! Here we are going to a nail salon. What’s the best place to start so I can see the full extent of what’s available to her? I’m bummed there’s no official diagnosis yet and we’ve been at this for over 2 years.
With my daddy I had a standing order through medicare for an appointment every three months with a podiatrist. If the order did not show up for his appointment I would call the authorization desk and remind them. If that did not work then I would call the podiatrist and they would call too. I made a schedule because he would not sit still for me. Blessings
You might be surprised at those thick nails. I decided the podiatrist was not doing the job, couldn’t even notice a difference after a trim. I tried it and those thick nails were soft! No big deal. I do it now for my dad.
I recommend a Podiatrist in the neighborhood especially if your loved one is on a blood thinner.
I might add that a nail tech, as someone else mentioned, I would NOT recommend. A "medical professional" on this one, in my humble opinion will suffice. The Podiatrist has the equipment to check for other things too along with recommended certain shoes brands.
Usually your health insurance will cover every 9 weeks or so. This will be an on-going issue. Not sure about homecare but the Podiatrist have all of the tools to make sure things are done in the proper way.
I take my mother to the Podiatrist every 9 weeks. I was too afraid to attempt this myself. There are some things I will not do like go to the Dollar Store and buy a pair of nail clippers. I put this one in the hands of a medical specialist.
A podiatrist would be my recommendation. A senior’s feet should be in the hands of a medical professional, especially in the presence of circulatory issues, diabetes, thinning skin, or certain meds like blood thinners.
you could take him to a podiatrist, but I had better results with nail technicians.
Get a professional sanding nail groomer like the ones salons use to remove gel nail color. (At-home models are ineffective). Sand down the nails so they are a more natural thickness. He will even feel better!
You may be able to find a nail technician that makes house calls. They are generally more effective at making a difference in toenail comfort and gentler than podiatrists.
Try to get one that will address ingrown toenails.
Medicare will cover the podiatrist, but not a nail tech. Also, the podiatrist is trained to look for other foot issues. A podiatrist has fairly close to the number of years of training that an M.D. has and can look after your husband's complete foot health. She/he will also know if your husband's feet suggest other possible health issues.
Take him to a clean sterile environment and someone with experience cutting men’s toenails, leaving not too short that they must continue cutting because they got it wrong the first time. I knew of a senior who had the doctor clip her nails and now she’s a double amputee at the legs because she got an infection and they kept it bandaged with no ventilation. Please keep an eye on your hubby!
If you are able to take your husband out, the people at the nail stores can cut those thick nails. On the other hand, I don't know if their license restricts them, however, you could ask for home service
Call his doctor and as for in-home health. They can provide physical/occupational therapy in the home PLUS can send other providers directly to the home. One being, a podiatrist! There may even be podiatrists who make house calls in your area that Medicare will pay for (without going down the in-home health service road)
Yes, Medicare pays for a Podiatrist every 10 to 12 wks. A nurse is not supposed to cut toenails and definitely not an aide. Even in LTC a psychiatrist is called in.
JoAnn29, there are nurse practitioners who are trained in foot care. I have used one for myself! They are reimbursed by Medicare in the same way a podiatrist is reimbursed.
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APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
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We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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Call his medical provider and ask them for a referral (podiatrist).
I recommend a Podiatrist in the neighborhood especially if your loved one is on a blood thinner.
I might add that a nail tech, as someone else mentioned, I would NOT recommend. A "medical professional" on this one, in my humble opinion will suffice. The Podiatrist has the equipment to check for other things too along with recommended certain shoes brands.
Usually your health insurance will cover every 9 weeks or so. This will be an on-going issue. Not sure about homecare but the Podiatrist have all of the tools to make sure things are done in the proper way.
I take my mother to the Podiatrist every 9 weeks. I was too afraid to attempt this myself. There are some things I will not do like go to the Dollar Store and buy a pair of nail clippers. I put this one in the hands of a medical specialist.
Get a professional sanding nail groomer like the ones salons use to remove gel nail color. (At-home models are ineffective). Sand down the nails so they are a more natural thickness. He will even feel better!
You may be able to find a nail technician that makes house calls. They are generally more effective at making a difference in toenail comfort and gentler than podiatrists.
Try to get one that will address ingrown toenails.
As noted above, Medicare will pay for this service.