Living well with MCB DME

Diabetic Foot Care: Daily Foot Check & Winter Tips

Kris Scheufele

Published on: 11/02/2026

Diabetic foot care made simple: a 2-minute daily foot check, warning signs to call today, winter risks, and using your Medicare shoe benefit before Dec 31.

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First Prosthetic Leg: Timeline, Fittings & K-Levels

Kris Scheufele

Published on: 10/12/2026

Getting your first prosthetic leg after a below-knee or above-knee amputation: healing, shrinkers, fittings, Medicare K-levels, skin care, and red flags.

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Arterial vs. Venous Leg Ulcers: How to Tell

Kris Scheufele

Published on: 09/21/2026

Location, pain, edges, and drainage separate an arterial leg ulcer from a venous one. Why the answer decides whether compression helps the wound or harms it.

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How Compression Therapy Supports Mobility in Arthritis Patients

Kris Scheufele

Published on: 05/18/2026

A guide to compression and bracing for arthritis: knee, ankle, and wrist support, plus diabetic and orthopedic shoe fitting. For patients, therapists, and referring physicians.

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Foot, Wrist & Tendonitis DME Solutions | Provider Guide | MCB DME

Kris Scheufele

Published on: 02/23/2026

A provider-focused guide to foot, wrist, and tendonitis conditions — and the DME solutions, bracing options, and insurance pathways that improve patient outcomes.

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How to Get DME Equipment for Your Loved One in a Nursing Home or Assisted Living

Michele Kattine

Published on: 12/30/2025

Caregiver's guide to obtaining durable medical equipment (DME) for loved ones in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Learn about Medicare coverage, how to request equipment, and ensuring quality care.

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