How To Get A Free Breast Pump Through Insurance In Maryland

Are you thinking about buying a breast pump?

Now, you may be able to get it for free!

Among other helpful changes, Obamacare (or the Affordable Care Act) stated that breastfeeding equipment and counseling should be available to everyone at no cost.

This includes lactation services and free breast pumps. Below, we will discuss how every mom can get these.

Step 1. Contact your insurance company

Call or write to your insurance company to find out what you can get. If you don’t like calling, most companies accept online applications and can help you via live chat. It works great and you can get all information you need to proceed.

(Caring Touch Medical will contact your insurance company for you if you prefer, just click here to contact us)

Your insurance company will tell you about local breast pump providers who you can contact to receive free breast pumps.

You should also get a prescription from your OB. Many insurance companies also cover only certain breast pumps and if you want something else, you may have to pay for it.

Each insurance company has different requirements and options where you can get the equipment. That’s why you should always contact them before you start processing further.

Step 2. Fill out the paperwork

Choose where you want to get the breast pump to see what paperwork is required. You can do this by finding websites of providers and just work with one that is reputable and convenient to your location.

Oftentimes, you will have to see the doctor to complete the application form, so can book an appointment for that now as well.

The most popular pump choices are Ameda and Medela. These two will last through your first (and maybe even second) baby.

However, now you can choose from so many brands! So if you want to try something different, ask your breast pump provider about available options.

Step 3. Complete the order

When you have the prescription from your doctor (usually it’s a regular prescription on a paper) you should get back in touch with your breast pump provider.

Check out brands they provide, and work with their experts to decide on the one that you like. Normally, providers have caring and friendly staff to help you finish the paperwork and submit it.

Step 4. Email or scan the doctor prescription to the breast pump provider

The final step is to mail or scan and email the prescription to your provider. When you finish your order you will get easy to follow instructions to scan and send a prescription to.

When everything is done and the provider receives your paperwork, you can pick up your breast pump.

Normally, you will get your pump within a week. And one last note: even though everything is easy and you can get your breast pump for free, some insurance companies have additional requirements.

For example, sometimes you have to be close to your due date before you can place an order. A good time to fill out an application is within 60 days of your due date.

When you receive the breast pump package you will also get paperwork that you need to sign and send to your insurance company. Sometimes, you can sign it digitally.

Here’s What To Do Now

If you want to learn more about free breast pumps or in search of a supplier who can assist you, contact Caring Touch Medical now.

We can walk you through the entire process to make it as easy as possible and we have many convenient locations to serve you.

Click here to contact us.