Diaper Prescriptions?

Either a really good idea or a really bad idea; considering the fact that i'm not incontinent.

a cloth diaper + plastic pants costs anywhere from 30-50 clams, depending on how thick it is, what the size is, the style and print of the pants, etc etc.

and disposables aren't too wallet-safe either. i'll never forget when the wife and I ordered 7 sample packs and a pack of liners. that comes down to 14 diapers and 9 liners; 2-3 day supply of underwear for those who use diapers for business, not pleasure. the total was in the 60's-70's.... and you thought SMOKING was an expensive habbit?

truth is the totals stack up when you bring electricity, water, cell phone, cable, car payments, etc into the picture. i'm looking for a way to request a prescription so the insurance company can help pay for things.

i have a few q's with anyone who can help me with this...

1) will you need to proove that you're incontinent or will the Dr. take your word for it?

2) sometimes it depends on the Dr.. what specialist do you recomend?

3) will they cover cloth + plastic pants?

4) will the prescription need to be renewed?

For one i will say doctors dont prescribe them, but if you have a need you can get them covered by your medical insurance, i know this because i know someone who is incont in cali but what his insurance will cover isnt worth it because he is a heavy wetter. plus proving a need is kinda hard you would have to tred lightly.

Yes, thank you for trying to cheat the already bad health care system to help fund your diaper purchases. this is really great to know for those who have no insurance what so ever. Im sorry but I think this is just wrong, period. if you cant afford to budget in the cost of diapers, and you don't need them then don't buy them. simple as that. unless you fully pay for your own insurance, and don't get any through your employer this is wrong. and if your insurance company found out you will very likely have your insurance canceled.

I think that it is horrible that you would even consider defrauding the medicare system for your own pleasure. Medicare fraud is one of the reasons there is a health insurance crisis.

I agree about those who defraud the system for what is basically considered a fetish.

However, a lot of older folks on Medicare ( There are a few of us older ones in this group)and younger folks who are disabled and on Medicaid can be legitimately prescribed "Urologicals" like diapers, catheters etc.

There are several companies that advertise quite heavily especially to those on Medicare. Everything from Diabetic testing supplies and diapers/catheters to mobility "Scooters" are advertised as being available at "No direct cost to you". Guess who pays for that?

I get my covered by my sate medical as i am disabled on ssdi granbted they are somewhat cheap but when you have nothing you can;t be too picky

To the O/P. I think you answered you own question in the first line of your post when you say "considering I'm not incontinent". To try to get diapers given that fact would be nothing less than fraud!

You should be aware that insurance companies (or the failing health service this side of the pond) will only look to 'prescribe' and pay-for diapers if 1) you are incontinent and 2) other avenues have been explored. As you say, a doctor has to say you're incontinent AND that diapers are the best option. And no he's unlikely to take your word for it!

Most people do not like diapers (funnily enough) and therefore your urologist (who you will see numerous times) will try all sorts of things including drugs, exercises, diet changes, catheters and perhaps even surgery before giving up and saying have diapers. Also at each stage you could be subject to exams such as sleep clinics (for bed wetting), X-rays or even a camera inserted into various orifices! They may not question the fact that your incontinent but diapers are not something they will give straight away as they want to cure you!

Please be considerate to those who have a genuine need (older folks, people with spinal/bladder/bowel damage etc) - who's time with the specialist you would be using. Also the rest of us premium/tax payers who would foot the bill!

If diapers are important to you then consider budgeting for them like anyone else would for any other material item. If it means a few less beers after work or a few more hours in the office then so-be it but don't make us foot the bill for your urges! I know economic times are hard but at the end of the day you could consider investing in a set of washable diapers that would save you in the long-run.

For those of us with a paraphilic (NOT paedophilic!) obsession with disposable, it can only be more expensive 😢. Speaking of which I need a new case now, I'll have to find my credit card though....

Good luck, I hope we've all given you something to think about.

People that do not need diapers or nappies and defraud the system are bloody sick in the head.

Please do not defraud the system. It is hard enough for those of us who are genuinely incontinent to get nappies via the NHS Continence service. I have to top up my supply by buying them my self most months and agree it can be expensive. I need them as I have very little control over my bladder due to diabetic related problems.

Fraud is wrong if you don't need them you don't need them. For those that need them you can get a script in the US. I need them and get monthly supply of any diaper I choose up to $1.25 a brief I believe. I wear attends so, I end up paying like $5 bucks out of pocket for a 30 day supply. My RX needs to be renewed every 90 days via my urologist.