2019 is the year of games here at Oswald’s! We have really expanded our selection of board and card games, adding games of every difficulty for all ages. I asked some of our team members what their favorite games we currently carry are and put their answers into this blog. Without further ado, The 2019…
Here’s some exciting news: Our new prescription refill app is up and running! Last week we upgraded our pharmacy refill system with features including a new online-friendly refill process and smartphone app. Every prescription customer can set up an online profile, giving access to some amazing features. Oswald’s Pharmacy Online Prescription Account Features Submit…
After months of research and reaching out to CBD manufacturers, I decided to put this blog together with answers and information concerning common CBD questions and issues. Let’s start with the easy one: What is CBD? You have probably heard CBD mentioned somewhere. The news, web articles, advertisements in a local store—CBD is a hot…
What is a lift chair? A lift chair (also known as a power lift recliner) is a motorized recliner that aids users who have difficulty standing up or sitting down. What is a 2-position lift chair? 2-position lift chairs are single motor chairs with the ability to lift and recline a few inches (depending on…
Oswald’s Pharmacy is the cover story for the July 2019 issue of HomeCare magazine! The article features interviews with fourth, fifth, and sixth generation family members of the Oswald’s (now Anderson) family. Read the whole article here.
What is a mobility scooter? A mobility scooter is a 3- or 4-wheel scooter powered by an electric motor. What are mobility scooters used for? Mobility scooters are most commonly used by those with limited motor skills during longer trips. Common places mobility scooters are used include shopping or grocery store trips, outdoor events, conventions,…
Lift chairs are recliners used to assist a person in standing up. Also known as power lift recliners, lift chairs are fitted with an electric motor to raise and recline the chair itself. Using a lift chair is not just for lower body or leg issues. Many post-op recovery processes can be greatly enhanced by…
Merry Fourth of July everyone! Merry? Indeed. We’re just past the halfway point to Christmas 2019 and we are already beginning to receive holiday merchandise! We have most of our Old World Christmas ornaments up and on display. Gift wrap and other Christmas goods are coming in every week along with Halloween and Thanksgiving. Even…
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and that means vacations, days off, parties, and—most importantly—family visits. If you have a visit planned with elderly or disabled family members, you may have to make some accommodations. Thankfully, expensive medical equipment can be rented for short term periods. On top of this, there are…
Retail DME is Growing! 2019 marks my third year attending the VGM Group’s Heartland Conference in Waterloo, Iowa. VGM Group is the nation’s largest member-service organization for post-acute care in HME/DME, complex rehab, home modification and more. The Heartland Conference brings hundreds of VGM members together in Waterloo, Iowa once a year for education, peer-to-peer…
Recovering from an easy surgery is no simple task. Your body is low on energy as it repairs whatever part you just got fixed. You have strict orders from the doctor to take it easy. Your diet is limited and your appetite is down. On top of all this, you can’t even use one of…
*Note: This is an informative article regarding what and how Medicare pays for equipment. Oswald’s does NOT bill Medicare, Medicaid, or insurance providers for goods or services. We are often asked if we bill Medicare for medical equipment items. While the answer to that is ‘no,’ we always inform our customers what to watch out…
