Mobility Equipment Funding & Resources in Kansas

Medicaid Coverage in Kansas

Kansas has not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act. Eligibility is limited to traditional categories: low-income families with children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities who meet specific income and resource thresholds. If you do not qualify for Medicaid, other programs listed below may help you obtain mobility equipment.

Key Medicaid Programs

Kansas Assistive Technology Program

The Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) is Kansas's federally funded assistive technology program. These programs help people with disabilities access the equipment they need through several services:

• Equipment demonstrations - Try before you buy. Test wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility aids before committing to a purchase.
• Equipment loans - Borrow equipment temporarily while waiting for insurance approval or to determine if a device meets your needs.
• Equipment reuse and exchange - Access refurbished wheelchairs, walkers, and other equipment at reduced cost or free.
• Financial loans - Low-interest loans specifically for assistive technology purchases.
• Information and referral - Expert guidance on navigating insurance, finding suppliers, and locating funding sources.

Area Agency on Aging

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) connects older adults and caregivers with local services including:

• Referrals to mobility equipment programs and funding sources
• Home modification assistance and safety assessments
• Caregiver support services
• Benefits counseling (Medicare, Medicaid, VA)
• Connections to local meal delivery, transportation, and social services

State Programs for Seniors and People with Disabilities

Nonprofit & Community Resources in Kansas

These organizations serve Kansas residents with free or low-cost mobility equipment, home modifications, and related services:

Veterans Resources in Kansas

Veterans in Kansas have access to both federal VA benefits and state-level veteran services. The VA provides wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and home modifications at no cost to eligible veterans through VA medical centers.

For a complete guide to VA mobility equipment benefits, see our VA Benefits for Mobility Equipment article.

Vocational Rehabilitation

Kansas Rehabilitation Services helps people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment. If a wheelchair, scooter, or other mobility equipment is necessary for you to work or participate in vocational training, VR may fund the equipment as part of your employment plan. This is an often-overlooked funding source.

Finding Medicare-Approved DME Suppliers in Kansas

Kansas has Medicare-enrolled DME suppliers in the Wichita, Kansas City metro, Topeka, and Lawrence areas. Western Kansas communities may have limited local supplier access. Check the Medicare.gov Supplier Directory for contract suppliers in your zip code.

To search for Medicare-enrolled DME suppliers, visit the Medicare.gov Supplier Directory and enter your zip code. When choosing a supplier, confirm they accept Medicare assignment and are a contract supplier if you live in a competitive bidding area.

How to Get Started

1. Check your insurance first. If you have Medicare, Medicaid, VA benefits, or private insurance, contact them about wheelchair or mobility equipment coverage. Use our Medicare Coverage Checker to find out what Medicare covers.
2. Contact your state AT program. Reach Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) at 1-800-526-3648 for equipment demos, loans, and referrals.
3. Call your Area Agency on Aging. Contact Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) at 1-800-432-3535 for local resource referrals.
4. Apply to Medicaid waiver programs. If you qualify for Medicaid, ask about HCBS waiver programs that cover mobility equipment and home modifications.
5. Reach out to nonprofits. Apply to multiple organizations simultaneously, as processing times vary.
6. Explore used and refurbished options. Equipment lending closets, reuse programs, and community exchanges can provide immediate access.