For Ostomy Customers: Resources, Learning, & Support
Whether you’ve had your ostomy for years or you’re brand new to life as an ostomate, 180 Medical offers free ostomy education, product guides, resources for insurance coverage and ordering, and support to help you find the answers you need.
If you have questions about your ostomy product options or want to know how your insurance covers ostomy supplies, our friendly Ostomy Specialists are here for you.
I Want to Explore Ostomy Products and Samples
Start here if you’d like to learn more about the different types of ostomy products and accessories, or if you’re ready to request free ostomy samples from 180 Medical.
- Colostomy Supplies: Learn about closed-end and drainable colostomy pouches, skin barriers, and tips for life after colostomy surgery
- Ileostomy Supplies: Find out more about drainable pouches, skin barriers, leak prevention, deodorizers, and other ileostomy accessories
- Urostomy Supplies: Learn about one-piece and two-piece urostomy bags, night drainage systems, and tips for living with a urostomy
- What Type of Ostomy Wafer Is Right for You?: Explore different types of skin barriers, including flat vs. convex and one-piece vs. two-piece pouching systems
- Drainable vs. Closed Ostomy Pouch: Which is right for your needs?
- Explore Our Ostomy Product Catalog
I’m New to Living with an Ostomy or Adjusting to My Routine
These quick links offer resources for learning the basics of living with an ostomy, including common issues, traveling, and everyday life.
- Ostomy Care Instruction Videos: Step-by-step guides for learning your pouching routine and stoma care
- Traveling with an Ostomy: Guide with helpful tips for packing and preparing
- Troubleshooting Common Ostomy Issues: Tips for addressing leakage, odors, skin irritation, and more
- Life After Ostomy Surgery: Tips for adjusting and what to expect
- Exercising with an Ostomy: Learn about physical activity with an ostomy and what may be possible for some after healing from surgery
Check out the 180 Medical blog for many more ostomy tips and educational articles.
I Have Questions About Insurance and Ordering Ostomy Supplies
We help answer common questions about ordering ostomy supplies, insurance coverage for the products you need, shipping, delivery, and support for 180 Medical ostomy customers.
- Ostomy FAQ: Answers on ordering, insurance, life with an ostomy, and more
- Insurance Guide for Ostomy Supplies: How does insurance cover the ostomy products and accessories you may need?
- Medicare Coverage for Ostomy Supplies: Does Medicare pay for ostomy products?
- 180 Medical Help Center: Get quick answers to common questions
- How Do I Get Started With 180 Medical?
Need more help or have more product, ordering, or insurance questions? 180 Medical’s caring Ostomy Specialists are here for you. Contact us today.
Emotional and Personal Support for Ostomates
Living with an ostomy doesn’t just involve learning a new routine or understanding product options. It also involves real adjustments in your life.
There are employees on staff at 180 Medical, like Jessica, an Ostomy Specialist, and Cindy, a Client Specialist, who both know firsthand what it’s like to adjust emotionally to an ostomy.
We want you to feel supported in every way, and these links may be a good place to start.
- Emotional Support and Ostomy Resources
- Meet Other Ostomates in the 180 Medical Community
- Understanding Your Condition
- Convatec me+ Ostomy Support (External link)
- United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) (External link)
Ready to Order Ostomy Supplies with 180 Medical?
We know how overwhelming it can feel to see all the ostomy supplies on the market and not know which products are right for you or what your health insurance plan covers.
Our Ostomy Specialists can verify your insurance and work with your healthcare provider to get your prescription and any necessary documentation. Plus, we’ll help you explore and find the right ostomy products for your needs.
Get started by contacting 180 Medical online or calling us toll-free at (877) 688-2729. We’re ready to help!
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Information provided on 180medical.com should not be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions about your condition, treatment, or medical supply needs.