resources ABOUT YOUR HEALTH is published as a community service for the friends and patrons of EL PASO HEALTH, 1145 Westmoreland Drive, El Paso, TX 79925, telephone 1-833-742-3127, website www.elpasohealth.com. Information in ABOUT YOUR HEALTH comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health-care provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. 2026 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. EPHSPM11402608-Fall 2026 Member Newsletter See your doctor to get medical equipment Medical equipment can help you stay safe and make daily life easier. It can also help you stay more independent. Medical equipment may include a walker, wheelchair, shower chair, hospital bed, oxygen equipment, or diabetes supplies. If you think you need medical equipment, schedule a visit with your doctor. Your doctor will check your health and talk with you about your needs. If medical equipment is right for you, your doctor can write a prescription and provide the medical information needed to request it. A doctor’s visit is an important first step. Without it, there may not be enough medical information for your request. This can delay getting the equipment you need. Even if you have used medical equipment before, your doctor may need to see you again. Your health needs can change over time. A new visit helps your doctor decide what equipment is best for you now. You can help prevent delays by: ■ Keeping your doctor appointments. ■Telling your doctor about any changes in your health. ■Calling your doctor’s office if you need to change or reschedule an appointment. If you have questions or need help finding a doctor, contact your Service Coordinator or Member Services. They can answer your questions and help you understand your benefits. Seeing your doctor is the first step to getting the right medical equipment at the right time.
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