Penis Pumps – Questions and Answers

Penis pumps are one of the least invasive treatments for the symptoms of erectile dysfunction. Penis pumps are preferable to medications for many patients. An erectile dysfunction pump is a device used to help achieve and maintain an erection by drawing blood into the penis via air suction. It’s not a cure for erectile dysfunction (ED), but can help increase your ability to have sexual intercourse. This device is sometimes called a penis pump or vacuum pump. It’s a noninvasive treatment that can be used alone or with other ED treatments or oral medications.

What Are the Benefits of Using an ED Pump?

It may take a bit of practice, but most men are able to have sexual intercourse using an ED pump.
Other benefits include the following:

* lower risk of complications than with other ED treatments
* minimal cost after initial purchase
* noninvasive treatment
* it can be combined with other ED treatments, such as oral medications

Is using a ED Pump Safe

All our ED Pumps are a FDA approved Therapy for ED. Although penis pumps are safe for most men, there are some potential risks.

For example:
You’re at an increased risk of bleeding if you take blood-thinning medications. Examples include warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix) and some over-the-counter pain relievers such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), or naproxen.

Why Should I choose penis Pump over ED Pills!

The costs of ED medication is rising. Single tablets cost over 25.00 per pill. Using medications, as well as those who take nitrates for chest pain (the combination may lead to low blood pressure, loss of consciousness, heart attack and stroke). Insurance coverage on ED medication is poor at best. An Ed pump is a single one time cost of about a 100.00.

How Well Do Vacuum Constriction Devices Work?

Studies suggest that about 50%-80% of men are satisfied with the results of Ed Pumps. As with any other method of treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED), satisfaction rates may decrease with time.

Is the ED Pump Covered by Insurance?

Medicare ended coverage on ED Pumps 1/1/16, as policy most Insurance providers also have ended coverage. Check with your insurance provider to see if you’re covered and, if so, what documentation is required.

References:

http://www.medicinenet.com/penis_prosthesis/article.htm

http://www.thediabetesnetwork.com/diabetes-articles/erectile-dysfunction/ed-pumps-for-treatment-of-impotence.html

Erectile Dysfunction Pumps and Medicare

Erectile Dysfunction issues are becoming quite common as the baby boomer generation heads towards retirement; however, it is not normal to have erectile dysfunction or impotence symptoms at any age!

Should you be suffering from Erectile Dysfunction issues, meet with your Physician and discuss what other medical problems could be affecting your performance. Erectile dysfunction can be caused by many things including: stress, depression, diabetes, prostate issues, high blood pressure, heart problems, lack of exercise, alcohol, obesity are just a few.  Discuss with your Physician what medical conditions you have that could contribute to erectile dysfunction. Many options are out there to improve and deal with Erectile Dysfunction from pills all the way to erection pumps.

For those unable or unwilling to take an expensive drug regiment, an ED Pump or Vacuum Therapy pump, as it is refer to, is a great alternative. Most private insurance companies, as well as Medicare, Have ended Coverage for ED Pump effective 1/1/16

The requirements vary from insurance company to insurance company, however most follow Medicare guideline (Medicare ended coverage 1/16/16). However  a  ED pump costs as little as 99.99 and big savings over prescription cost as most Insurance company’s, do not cover ED medicines.

FDA approved ED pumps like the Encore OTC to be readily available without a prescription starting in the 100.00 range.

Contact us at 866-218-0902 or at Edpumps.com and speak with a qualified consultant regarding an ED pump today.