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What is an intrathecal pump?
An intrathecal pump is a small device surgically implanted in the abdomen that delivers medication directly to the spinal cord through a catheter. It slowly releases doctor-prescribed medication to help manage spasticity or chronic pain.
What is intrathecal drug delivery and why is it beneficial?
Intrathecal drug delivery places medication directly around the spinal cord, allowing for lower doses while delivering treatment exactly where it’s needed. This approach can reduce side effects and improve effectiveness.
Can a combination of drugs go into the pump?
Yes! For example, if your doctor decides that you would benefit from a combination of pain and spasticity medications, our specialty pharmacy will work with your doctor to determine which combination of drugs is best for you.
Is Access care right for me?
Our service is a convenient option for patients with implanted pumps, especially those who have difficulty traveling, live far from their doctor, or need frequent refills. Our nursing team works as an extension of your doctor’s office to provide the care you need.
How do I sign up for Access Home Care Solutions service?
First, talk with your doctor. If our service is appropriate, they will refer you to Access Home Care Solutions. Our team will coordinate with your doctor and insurance provider, and once approved, a Primary Care Nurse will contact you to schedule your first visit.
How do I get help if I have problems?
Patients served by Access Home Care Solutions can contact our nursing personnel 24/7 to address any health-related issues. If the problem you are experiencing is beyond our ability to help, we will contact your physician and work closely with them.
Will my insurance pay for your service?
Once you and your doctor choose what kind of care works best for you, our team will work with your insurance provider to determine your coverage. We’ll review your benefits and any out-of-pocket costs with you before services begin and discuss options if affordability is a concern.
What can I expect during the initial visit from my nurse?
An Access Home Care Solutions nurse will call before your appointment to confirm the time. During the visit, the nurse will complete an assessment, perform your pump refill, and provide your telemetry printout and 24/7 contact information. Before leaving, you’ll schedule your next visit.
What can I expect during routine visits from my nurse?
Your nurse will call before your appointment to confirm the time and arrive with everything needed for your pump refill. They will perform a quick assessment, review any medication changes, and provide your telemetry printout. Before leaving, you’ll schedule your next visit.
Who performs pump refills?
Most patients must visit a doctor’s office or hospital for pump refills, but Access Home Care Solutions provides this care in a way that you choose. Our experienced nurses use a primary care model to ensure continuity and build lasting patient relationships.
An intrathecal pump is a small device surgically implanted in the abdomen that delivers medication directly to the spinal cord through a catheter. It slowly releases doctor-prescribed medication to help manage spasticity or chronic pain.
Intrathecal drug delivery places medication directly around the spinal cord, allowing for lower doses while delivering treatment exactly where it’s needed. This approach can reduce side effects and improve effectiveness.
Yes! For example, if your doctor decides that you would benefit from a combination of pain and spasticity medications, our specialty pharmacy will work with your doctor to determine which combination of drugs is best for you.
Our service is a convenient option for patients with implanted pumps, especially those who have difficulty traveling, live far from their doctor, or need frequent refills. Our nursing team works as an extension of your doctor’s office to provide the care you need.
First, talk with your doctor. If our service is appropriate, they will refer you to Access Home Care Solutions. Our team will coordinate with your doctor and insurance provider, and once approved, a Primary Care Nurse will contact you to schedule your first visit.
Patients served by Access Home Care Solutions can contact our nursing personnel 24/7 to address any health-related issues. If the problem you are experiencing is beyond our ability to help, we will contact your physician and work closely with them.
Once you and your doctor choose what kind of care works best for you, our team will work with your insurance provider to determine your coverage. We’ll review your benefits and any out-of-pocket costs with you before services begin and discuss options if affordability is a concern.
An Access Home Care Solutions nurse will call before your appointment to confirm the time. During the visit, the nurse will complete an assessment, perform your pump refill, and provide your telemetry printout and 24/7 contact information. Before leaving, you’ll schedule your next visit.
Your nurse will call before your appointment to confirm the time and arrive with everything needed for your pump refill. They will perform a quick assessment, review any medication changes, and provide your telemetry printout. Before leaving, you’ll schedule your next visit.
Most patients must visit a doctor’s office or hospital for pump refills, but Access Home Care Solutions provides this care in a way that you choose. Our experienced nurses use a primary care model to ensure continuity and build lasting patient relationships.