Medical Guardian
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Medical Alert
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In-home and mobile systems priced from $19.95 to $42.95 a month. Auto fall detection and mobile app available. Home alert systems range up to 800 feet, subject to device location, environment, equipment and conditions. |
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LifeFone
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Monitoring starts at $24.95 per month for landline connections on an annual plan. Fall detection available for $5 a month. In-home device range is up to 1,300 feet from base station. Backup battery lasts up to 32 hours. |
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Philips Lifeline
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Offers monitored medical alert systems with optional fall detection. Prices range from $29.95 to $58.95 a month. Sells both in-home and mobile devices. Includes backup batteries and automatic replacements. |
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Mobilehelp
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Packages cost $34.95 to $64.95 per month, including equipment. Discounts available. Sells in-home and mobile devices with optional fall detection. Offers duo packages for couples and families. Provides a 30-day trial period. |
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LifeStation
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Monitored medical alert systems start at $32.95 per month. Offers optional fall detection for an additional fee. Home base units range up to 500 feet. Battery backup period of 32 hours. |
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Over 12 percent of the Omaha population is made up of people age 65 and over, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This subset of the population is the group most likely to benefit from a medical alert system.
But medical alert systems aren’t just for the elderly and retirees, many of whom live in Omaha neighborhoods like Elkhorn, Midtown and Downtown. They also help people with medical disabilities like epilepsy or dementia. These devices help those who could gain from on-call support and access to emergency help.
Before purchasing a medical alert system in Omaha, consumers should consider the following factors:
Accessibility
Cost
Insurance reimbursement and discounts
Monitoring and response options
Installation and maintenance
Medical Guardian |
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Medical Guardian offers six durable products with features ranging from fall detection to GPS connectivity to water resistance. Prospective customers can find out their risk score and the most compatible medical alert system by completing a two-minute questionnaire on the Medical Guardian website. Many customers are satisfied, but some have expressed frustration with the cancellation process and billing errors. |
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Medical Alert |
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Medical Alert offers a simple setup, automatic fall detection and a variety of products that work at home or on the go. At-home systems can be used with or without a landline, and the mobile system works wherever the AT&T cellular network does. Medical Alert provides each product with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, allowing customers to cancel anytime. Reviewers give the company largely positive feedback. |
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LifeFone |
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LifeFone provides home and on-the-go medical alert systems with fully waterproof wearable devices that provide support across the U.S. The company charges no installation or activation fees and allows you to cancel service at any time. Customers in Omaha say the company’s devices are comfortable and easy to wear. |
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Philips Lifeline |
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HomeSafe and GoSafe pedants and wristbands by Philips are water resistant and have automatic fall detection. Response associates, based in the U.S. and Canada, are available 24/7/365. The average answer time is 12 seconds and the average tenure of associates is seven years. Founded in 1974, Philips Lifeline was a pioneer of medical alert device technology and remains a leader today. |
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LifeStation |
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LifeStation offers plans that cost less than $1/day, month-to-month agreements, waterproof equipment and 24/7 technical support. Customers are given a 30-day money-back guarantee and enjoy free shipping and easy setup. Omahans say the fall detection is dependable and the care specialists are responsive when needed. |
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