This piece has been reviewed for accuracy by Allison Pullen, Urology Sales Manager.
Dealing with incontinence can be a challenging experience for adults of all ages. Whether it's due to a medical condition, aging, or an injury, the loss of control over bodily functions can be frustrating.
Fortunately, one of the most effective options for managing leaks and maintaining a sense of independence and dignity is the use of adult briefs. Check your coverage to find out if you're eligible to receive free adult briefs through your insurance plan and Aeroflow Urology, and learn about adult diapers in this guide.
In This Guide:
Discover the adult diapers available through your insurance.
Unlike incontinence pads or pull-on incontinence underwear, incontinence briefs are unisex, tab-style briefs fit for those with more severe urinary incontinence or fecal incontinence.
These discreet, disposable diapers are equipped with odor control and maximum absorbency for excellent incontinence protection while still being breathable to keep you comfortable and protect against skin irritation.
It’s important to find the perfect adult brief for you or your loved one to avoid issues like leakage or irritation.
Adult diapers are made with a number of features that make them an ideal choice for people who need maximum leakage protection.
Adult diapers are all unisex. However, many adult incontinence product options now cater specifically to women's anatomy, providing a better fit and enhanced comfort. With a range of styles, from pull-ons to bladder control pads, there is something to suit every preference and lifestyle. Much like unisex adult diapers and briefs, these gender-specific products have evolved significantly, with many featuring advanced absorbent materials that ensure dryness and prevent leaks. Beyond physical comfort, adult diapers empower women to maintain their independence and confidence, allowing them to engage fully in daily activities without fear or embarrassment.
Adult diapers are all unisex. However, gender-specific incontinence products for men come in various styles, such as pull-ons and male guards. These products cater to different preferences and levels of mobility. Modern designs, including unisex products, prioritize discretion and a secure fit to help ensure that men with incontinence can maintain their dignity and independence.
Adult briefs are excellent choices for those with heavy bladder incontinence or bowel incontinence. They’re absorbent enough to wear overnight, protecting you from leaks throughout sleep. Use these questions to help determine whether an adult diaper is right for you or your loved one.
Choosing the correct adult brief size is essential! The right size will keep you feeling comfortable while staying in place and preventing any leaks.
You can find your adult brief size using your weight and height with our sizing guide.
Each size of adult diaper comes with the absorbency level you choose; the absorbency level does not increase when you go up a size, and it does not decrease when you drop down a size.
To prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and other skin irritations, like diaper rash, you should change your or your loved one’s brief as soon as you can recognize that you’ve had an accident. This is especially true for bowel incontinence accidents.
Wearing 2 incontinence products, such as an adult brief and a bladder control pad, at once won’t make your products more absorbent. In fact, it can have the opposite effect by trapping more moisture around your body, since protective products have moisture-proof backings that trap in wetness.
TENA is made by Essity. TENA has had over 60 years of experience designing incontinence products and is rated the number 1 adult incontinence brand around the globe. TENA offers a variety of incontinence products and adult diapers.
Equipped with super absorbency, TENA ProSkin Briefs have tab closures and full-length hook fasteners. These briefs are designed for those with heavy to overnight leakage.
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Prevail is a brand made by First Quality. Their incontinence products are made for users’ comfort, skin health, absorbency, and discretion. They make a range of continence care products such as bladder control pads, adult protective underwear, and adult briefs.
Prevail Per-Fit 360 Daily Briefs are a tabbed-style adult diaper with maximum absorbency. These diapers are best suited for those with heavy incontinence.
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Attends creates incontinence products that are built to provide users with comfort, care, and confidence. Their products range from adult diapers to booster pads to protective underwear.
Attends Bariatric Briefs are designed with ultra absorbency and leakage protection for those who require a bariatric diaper size. These adult diapers are best for individuals with heavy to severe leakage.
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Private health insurance includes any company not based on state or federal government health coverage. These companies include Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Cigna, etc. Private insurance plans vary in terms of adult diaper coverage. Some companies may reimburse for adult diapers, while others may not. Even companies that offer coverage may have monthly restrictions on incontinence supplies.
For those enrolled in Medicaid or Medicaid-managed care plans, your coverage for adult diapers will vary by your specific insurance plan and the state you live in. Since Medicaid is run by the government and individual states, each state has different insurance plans with their own sets of requirements and guidelines for incontinence supply coverage.
To determine if your or your loved one’s insurance plan covers adult diapers, complete our Eligibility Form.
At Aeroflow Urology, we know that adult briefs are a medical necessity for those living with heavy to severe bladder or bowel leakage. We also know that these products shouldn’t cost money out of pocket.
That’s why we help you quickly and easily determine if you can get your or your loved one’s adult diapers or other incontinence products 100% covered by Medicaid.
Getting adult diapers covered by Medicaid couldn’t be easier and it all happens in 4 simple steps!
We offer other incontinence products that may be covered by Medicaid, including:
Disclaimer
*Medicaid coverage varies by state. Submitting your info is not a guarantee of benefit.
