Mobility Equipment Funding & Resources in Wyoming

Medicaid Coverage in Wyoming

Wyoming 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

Wyoming Medicaid (EqualityCare) DME Benefits

Wyoming's Medicaid program covering durable medical equipment including manual and power wheelchairs, mobility scooters, walkers, and related accessories when medically necessary and prescribed by a health care provider.

Long-Term Care Community-Based Waiver

Home and community-based waiver providing assistive technology, environmental modifications, home accessibility improvements, and personal care services for individuals who would otherwise require nursing facility care.

Assisted Living Facility Waiver

Waiver program covering services in assisted living settings including assistive devices, environmental modifications, and personal care for individuals needing a supported living environment as an alternative to nursing facility placement.

Wyoming Assistive Technology Program

The Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) is Wyoming'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.

Contact Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR)

Phone: 1-307-766-2084

Website: https://www.uwyo.edu/wind/watr/

Area Agency on Aging

The Wyoming Aging Division 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

Contact Wyoming Aging Division

Phone: 1-307-777-7986

Website: https://health.wyo.gov/aging/

State Programs for Seniors and People with Disabilities

Wyoming Aging Division - Information and Referral

Statewide resource providing information, referral, and assistance accessing mobility equipment programs, home modifications, and community services for seniors and people with disabilities.

Wyoming Home Services Program

State-funded program providing in-home services for older adults including referrals to equipment programs, personal care, and assistance maintaining independence in the community.

Wyoming Community Development Authority - Home Repair Programs

Provides grants and loans for home repairs including accessibility modifications such as ramps, grab bars, and bathroom modifications for low-income homeowners, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Nonprofit & Community Resources in Wyoming

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

Wyoming Statewide Independent Living Council (WSILC)

Coordinates Centers for Independent Living across Wyoming offering equipment loans, demonstrations, peer support, and referrals to mobility equipment funding sources.

Habitat for Humanity Wyoming

Select affiliates provide home accessibility modifications including wheelchair ramps, grab bars, and widened doorways for low-income homeowners and people with disabilities across the state.

Wyoming Independent Living Rehabilitation (WILR)

Center for Independent Living serving Wyoming with assistive technology services, equipment lending, peer support, and referrals to mobility equipment funding sources across this very rural state with limited supplier networks.

Veterans Resources in Wyoming

Veterans in Wyoming 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.

Wyoming Veterans Commission

The state VA office can help you understand your eligibility, connect with VA medical centers in Wyoming, and access state-level veteran benefits that supplement federal VA programs.

Website: https://www.wyomilitary.wyo.gov/veterans-commission/

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

Vocational Rehabilitation

Wyoming Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 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 Wyoming

Wyoming has very limited Medicare-enrolled DME suppliers, primarily in the Cheyenne and Casper areas. As the least populated state, most rural communities have no local suppliers; some providers offer delivery services statewide but lead times may be longer. Use the Medicare.gov Supplier Directory to find approved suppliers near you.

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

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.
Contact your state AT program. Reach Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) at 1-307-766-2084 for equipment demos, loans, and referrals.
Call your Area Agency on Aging. Contact Wyoming Aging Division at 1-307-777-7986 for local resource referrals.
Apply to Medicaid waiver programs. If you qualify for Medicaid, ask about HCBS waiver programs that cover mobility equipment and home modifications.
Reach out to nonprofits. Apply to multiple organizations simultaneously, as processing times vary.
Explore used and refurbished options. Equipment lending closets, reuse programs, and community exchanges can provide immediate access.

Wyoming Quick Facts