Private Funding for individuals with traumatic limb loss supplements your available insurance. Funding is available in 38 states to eligible individuals and pays for the following benefits:
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Customized Prosthetic Device
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Upper Extremity Prostheses
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Lower Limb Prostheses
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Health Insurance Co-Payments/Deductibles
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Extended/Outpatient Therapies
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Assistance with Utilities/Household Expenses
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Income Assistance
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Purchase of Vans and Vehicle Modifications
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Rental and Mortgage Assistance
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Ramps and Home Modifications
Families who are interested in consulting with an amputee injury lawyer and exploring Private Funding should call (800) 331-4134 or email info@josephromanolaw.com for a prompt eligibility determination and an investigation of your trauma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Private Funding® for Prosthetics
Why should families use Private Funding?
Private health insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid are inadequate to meet your prosthetic needs.
Where does the private funding come from?
Third party private companies will advance funding to eligible claimants to pay for needed supports and services.
What types of accidents that cause traumatic limb loss and amputations may be eligible for Private Funding?
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Motor vehicle accidents
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Electrocutions
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Explosions
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Crush injuries
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Defective products (product liability)
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Fires (hover boards, faulty smoke detectors)
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Construction accidents
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Work place accidents
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Power tool and machinery accidents
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Recreational injuries (ATV’s, motorcycles)
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Agricultural and farm accidents
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Medical negligence (medical malpractice)
How is eligibility determined?
My investigators and experts examine the facts and circumstances of a particular case to identify whether there is a party or parties responsible for the disabling, traumatic injury. The private funding is a financial bridge from the time your accident occurred until the successful completion of your settlement or verdict.
What types of amputation injuries are eligible for private funding?
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Upper Extremity Amputations
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Hand, Wrist and Arm Amputations
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Shoulder Disarticulation
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Above Elbow Amputation
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Elbow Disarticulation
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Below Elbow Amputation
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Lower Limb Amputations
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Above/Below Knee Amputations
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Ankle Disarticulation
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Leg Amputation
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Foot Amputation
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Hip Disarticulation
How is the money repaid to the third party private company?
If your claim is successfully resolved, the third party private company is repaid out of the proceeds from the settlement. If your case is unsuccessful, the money advanced by the third party company does not have to be repaid.
If I accept the Private Funding, will I still be eligible for governmental benefits?
Yes, receipt of Private Funding does not affect eligibility for governmental benefits such as Medicaid, SSI, Medicare, Home and Community Based Waiver programs and worker’s compensation.
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If you need representation for your traumatic amputation or limb loss and would like more information about Private Funding for Prosthetic Devices, supports, and services, call 800-331-4134.
We provide all the assistance that families need to fight for your benefits and services that you are entitled to, investigate your accident, and determine eligibility for Private Funding to supplement your existing health insurance and governmental benefits.
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The Law Office of Joseph L. Romano handles cases in Pennsylvania. For cases outside of Pennsylvania, Joseph Romano works with local attorneys in each state, as applicable. Please contact us to discuss claims for traumatic amputation and loss of limb compensation.