Spousal Carve-Outs and Surcharges. As health care costs continue to rise there has been an increasing number of employers considering the implementation of a spousal carve-out or spousal surcharge as a strategy to reduce costs.
Most power wheelchairs average a top speed of approximately 5 mph. However, some power chair models can achieve maximum speeds of 10 mph and more.1. Faster power chair speeds may help fulfill the lifestyle needs of the more active power wheelchair user.
Heavy Duty Power Wheelchairs. With weight capacities of up to 500 lbs, heavy duty power wheelchairs (often referred to as bariatric power chairs) are strong enough to accommodate almost any user. When compared with lighter power chairs, heavy duty models tend to feature larger motors, longer frames, and increased torque.