Choosing a prosthetic and orthotic provider is a big decision. You’re choosing not only a source for your device, but also a partner in your journey to gain new levels of independence and acquire new capabilities—in short, to rediscover your potential. At Independence Prosthetics – Orthotics, we strive to be the best partner our patients could have on that journey, and there are several reasons why patients in the Delaware and Philadelphia area choose us:

• Patient-Centered, Teamwork Approach
• Staff Expertise and Experience
• On-site Manufacturing
• Technology
• Affiliations
• Insurance
• Accreditations and Memberships

Patient-Centered, Teamwork Approach:

At Independence Prosthetics – Orthotics, the focus is on you. We understand the importance of providing personalized service in a patient-friendly atmosphere. It all starts with listening to and understanding your needs, concerns, fears and goals. What do you want to achieve with your prosthesis or orthosis? And how can we best help you get there? The answers set the course for all of our interactions with you, from the very first evaluation appointment through to ongoing follow-ups.

A teamwork approach is key to successfully helping you reach your goals—and you are the most important member of that team. Working together with your physician, physical therapist and family members, we make sure that you are highly involved in your plan of care and stay at the center throughout the process.

Staff Expertise and Experience:

The Independence Prosthetics – Orthotics staff not only has extensive experience in patient care, as well as technical device manufacturing and refinement, but we also understand your perspective as a patient. Read more about our staff to learn about the team who will provide your care.

On-site Manufacturing:

Independence Prosthetics – Orthotics maintains a fully equipped on-site laboratory, where we manufacture and adjust custom prosthetics and orthotics. Our in-house lab gives us complete control over the manufacturing process to produce only the highest quality custom products. It also enables us to fabricate and adjust prosthetics and orthotics in a timely manner, limiting wait times for our patients and allowing for true customization of your device. Our manufacturing process combines the expertise of our technicians with some of the most advanced prosthetic and orthotic technology to deliver both function and superior quality in every custom prosthetic and orthotic device.

We utilize computer aided design and manufacturing, which offers the most sophisticated measuring tools and resources for optimizing the customization. This technology allows us to capture measurements and body images without the need for casting. CAD/CAM is used for prosthetic and orthotic designs to efficiently obtain accurate shape images and reduce the time of the manufacturing process, as well as document ongoing physical changes of the patient. We also employ accurate laser technology to ensure proper alignment and biomechanical designs of our products.

Force sensors are utilized to recognize the force pressures exerted within a prosthetic socket, enabling our certified prosthetists to maximize patient comfort and compliance. Microprocessor knees and bionic technology increase patient stability and reduce energy expenditure during ambulation. Vacuum Assisted Suction Socket technology provides an unparalleled atmosphere for maximum socket suspension, comfort and limb health.

Functional Electrical Stimulation AFOs allow electrical stimulation to actively prevent drop foot and have been successfully implemented for stroke and MS patient populations. Stance Control Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis allows for more natural gait mechanics and single stance support for those suffering from a proximal lower extremity disorder resulting in knee instability. We utilize various materials to fabricate functionally effective orthotics, including dynamic carbon technology.

Our laboratory staff includes some of the most experienced technicians in the region. Specialties include prosthetic manufacturing, metal bending, thermoplastic forming, biomechanical shoe modifications and expert knowledge in the field of orthotic and prosthetic fabrication.

Technology:

Independence Prosthetics – Orthotics selects from among the best and latest technology in our industry to bring you the right solution for your needs. Our in-house capabilities, combined with our supplier relationships, allow us to offer you a wide range of both ready-to-wear products and custom devices that incorporate today’s most sophisticated components. The result is a prosthetic or orthotic that gives you the ultimate in comfort, durability, functionality and aesthetics. Read more about the technology we use to learn about the manufacturers we work with and some of the unique products we offer.

Affiliations:

We’re affiliated with some of the leading medical and rehabilitation centers in the Delaware and surrounding Philadelphia area. We pride ourselves on providing personalized, patient-centered care to patients of these facilities:

• Christiana Care Health Systems: Christiana Hospital and Wilmington Hospital

• Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital


• St. Francis Hospital


• Bay Health Medical Center: Kent General Hospital and Milford Memorial Hospital

Insurance:

Insurance coverage, especially for prosthetics, varies widely depending on the patient’s plan. Our knowledgeable staff will work with you and your insurance company to explain the benefits and limitations of insurance coverage. Independence has been successful at negotiating insurance contracts and overcoming appeals and denials from various regional and national insurance companies. Our dedicated staff works hard to maximize your benefits that are medically necessary to your successful rehabilitation. We are available for any questions related to insurance coverage and your general care.

Independence Prosthetics – Orthotics is in network with the following insurance companies, and may work with others, as well:

• AARP
• Aetna
• AmeriHealth
• BlueCross BlueShield of Delaware
• CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
• Coventry Health Care
• Delaware Medical Assistance Program
• Delaware Physicians Care
• Diamond State Partners
• GAB Robins
• HPO/Multiplan
• HealthPartners
• Highmark BlueCross BlueShield
• Homelink
• Independence BlueCross BlueShield and its partners
• Keystone Mercy Health Plan
• Medicare
• Pennsylvania Medicaid
• Tricare
• Unison

Accreditations and Memberships:

• Independence Prosthetics – Orthotics is accredited by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC).

"Independence Prosthetics - Orthotics, Inc. has demonstrated its commitment to the provision of quality patient care services by seeking and attaining ABC accreditation," said Catherine Carter, ABC’s Executive Director. "ABC has developed the highest standards for accreditation in the industry and is proud to include Independence Prosthetics - Orthotics, Inc. among our over 1,400 accredited patient care facilities."

The company also is a member of the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association and the Amputee Coalition of America and sponsors the Delaware Amputee Support Group.