--- title: "Analgesic Healthcare: TENS Units and Pain Rehab Since 1978" description: "Analgesic Healthcare in Tampa, Florida supplies TENS units and personal rehabilitation devices through doctors and physical therapists. Call (800) 749-1188." url: https://analgesic.multisites.ai/ publisher: Analgesic Healthcare phone: +1-800-749-1188 contact: https://analgesic.multisites.ai/contact --- Leading healthcare innovation since 1978 # TENS units and personal rehabilitation, through your doctor Analgesic Healthcare in Tampa, Florida supplies pain management devices to patients referred by their doctor or physical therapist. [Call (800) 749-1188](tel:+1-800-749-1188)[Pay invoice](https://ahcpatientservices.com/) ![A patient with a cane stands on her own while her doctor applauds](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/_astro/hero-recovery.CL1te1XV_Z2cu3yh.avif) ## I use or need a TENS unit - [Pay an invoiceOpens the patient services payment portal.](https://ahcpatientservices.com/) - [How a TENS unit worksWhat it is, how it relieves pain, and who should not use one.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/guides/tens-units) - [Does insurance cover it?What Medicare and other plans say, with the sources.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/guides/tens-unit-insurance-coverage) - [Customer care and live chatCall, send a message, or start a live chat.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/contact#customer-care) ## I refer patients - [Send a preauthorization](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/preauthorization-form) - [Healthcare providersPersonal rehabilitation delivers relief for injuries.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/providers) - [Join our networkIncrease patient satisfaction and outcomes.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/providers#join-our-network) - [Product informationAnalgesic Healthcare provides comprehensive personal rehabilitation and services.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/product-information) ## Indications for Personal Rehabilitation Personal rehab devices and services treat acute, chronic, and recurrent pain. Indications include but not limited to mild-to-severe pain. ### Where does it hurt? Systemic painBack painHead and neck painLower extremity painUpper extremity pain How Analgesic Healthcare describes it **1\. Systemic Pain** Comprehensive relief for pain throughout the body. A TENS unit works where the electrode pads are placed. It does not treat the whole body at once. For widespread pain from conditions such as arthritis or fibromyalgia, your clinician may pick one or two target areas. Medicare policy L33802 does not name systemic pain. Check your plan. The Medicare TENS policy does not name this area; coverage depends on your plan and your clinician's documentation. As of the LCD revision effective January 1, 2024, it covers TENS for "chronic, intractable pain or acute post-operative pain" when criteria are met. [Systemic pain: what to know](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/pain-areas/systemic-pain) How Analgesic Healthcare describes it **2\. Back Pain** Effective solutions for chronic or acute back pain. A TENS unit sends mild pulses through pads near the painful area. For back pain, Medicare policy L33802 says TENS for chronic low back pain will be denied as not reasonable and necessary. Other plans differ. Your clinician decides if a trial fits you, and tells you where pads may go. As of the LCD revision effective January 1, 2024, the Medicare TENS policy (L33802) says "TENS therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP) will be denied as not reasonable and necessary." Other plans set their own rules; check with your plan. [Back pain: what to know](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/pain-areas/back-pain) How Analgesic Healthcare describes it **3\. Head and Neck Pain** Targeted therapy to alleviate head and neck pain. Head and neck pain needs extra care with a TENS unit. Medicare lists headache as not reasonable and necessary. The NHS says not to use TENS on your neck, mouth or eyes. University of Iowa Health Care says not to use it on any part of your head, face or throat. As of the LCD revision effective January 1, 2024, the Medicare TENS policy (L33802) lists headache, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain, as conditions for which TENS therapy "is not considered to be reasonable and necessary." Other plans set their own rules; check with your plan. [Head and neck pain: what to know](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/pain-areas/head-and-neck-pain) How Analgesic Healthcare describes it **4\. Lower Extremity Pain** Treatments to ease pain in the legs, knees, and feet. For leg, knee or foot pain, a TENS unit works where the pads sit. The NHS shows pads above and below a knee. The NHS and University of Iowa say not to use TENS on numb skin, which matters in foot neuropathy. Medicare policy L33802 does not name leg pain. Ask your clinician first. The Medicare TENS policy does not name this area; coverage depends on your plan and your clinician's documentation. As of the LCD revision effective January 1, 2024, it covers TENS for "chronic, intractable pain or acute post-operative pain" when criteria are met. [Lower extremity pain: what to know](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/pain-areas/lower-extremity-pain) How Analgesic Healthcare describes it **5\. Upper Extremity Pain** Specialized care for pain in the arms, shoulders, and hands. For shoulder, arm or hand pain, a TENS unit works where the pads sit. Shoulder pads can sit near the chest, so pacemaker and chest limits matter. The NHS says not to use TENS with a pacemaker. Medicare policy L33802 does not name upper extremity pain. Ask your clinician first. The Medicare TENS policy does not name this area; coverage depends on your plan and your clinician's documentation. As of the LCD revision effective January 1, 2024, it covers TENS for "chronic, intractable pain or acute post-operative pain" when criteria are met. [Upper extremity pain: what to know](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/pain-areas/upper-extremity-pain) ![The Analgesic Healthcare headquarters, a two-story office building with palm trees in Tampa](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/_astro/headquarters.CCvRhy5I_Z1S2jSL.webp) About us ## Analgesic Healthcare's Personal Rehabilitation offers Effective Pain Management and Recovery Solutions. Since 1978, Analgesic Healthcare has been committed to achieving excellence. As a trailblazer in personal rehabilitation, AHC is uniquely equipped to offer comprehensive therapy services and unwavering customer support. Through innovation, AHC and its network providers help enhance patient outcomes and practices. Our dedication to Six Sigma methodologies and delivering exceptional customer experiences remains unwavering. [About Analgesic Healthcare](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/about) **47+** Years in Business**1,200+** Doctor Specialists**500,000+** Patients Impacted**40%** Opioid Reduction ## Healing for a Better World. Pain Management Devices + Services Innovative devices for effective pain management. Rehabilitation Services Comprehensive rehab services for improved quality of life. Personalized Treatment Plans Tailored to each patient's unique needs. Expert Guidance and Support From a dedicated team of professionals. Cutting-Edge Technology For optimal results. In-Network Provider Network Convenient access to care. Patient Resources Extensive resources to guide and support throughout recovery. Commitment to Excellence In all aspects of our services and care. ## Empowering Recovery, Improving Lives At Analgesic Healthcare, we empower recovery and improve lives with innovative personal rehabilitation and exceptional customer care. - ### Comprehensive Rehabilitation Solutions: We offer a wide range of innovative personal rehabilitation devices to help patients manage pain and recover from injuries or surgeries. - ### Unmatched Customer Care Our team of experts is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and support to ensure that healthcare providers and patients receive the assistance they need. - ### Experience and Expertise With over 45 years of experience in the healthcare industry, we have developed a deep understanding of the needs of physicians, rehabilitation specialists, and patients. Our commitment to six sigma methodology ensures that our products and services consistently meet the highest quality standards. ### Patient Resources Analgesic Healthcare provides patient & family resources to support patients and their loved ones throughout the recovery process. Our resources include educational materials, expert advice, and a dedicated support team committed to providing exceptional care and assistance. ![A smiling physiotherapist in navy scrubs](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/_astro/physiotherapist.BsU2hFTQ_1Ca6WJ.webp) ## The path to a TENS unit under Medicare Five steps from the Medicare rules. Other plans set their own rules, so check with yours. 1. 1 ### See your treating clinician The clinician who treats the condition causing your pain is the one who orders the TENS unit. [CMS LCD L33802, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators (TENS)](https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=33802) 2. 2 ### A written order before delivery Medicare requires a face-to-face visit and a written order that reaches the supplier before the unit is delivered. [CMS Policy Article A52520, TENS](https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/article.aspx?articleid=52520) 3. 3 ### The clinic sends the preauthorization Your doctor or physical therapist sends Analgesic Healthcare the preauthorization form with your name, date of birth and insurance details. [The preauthorization form](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/preauthorization-form) 4. 4 ### A trial period, for chronic pain For chronic pain, Medicare pays for a trial of at least one month and no more than two, watched by your clinician. [CMS LCD L33802, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators (TENS)](https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=33802) 5. 5 ### Your clinician decides what comes next If the unit helps, it can become part of your care. If it brings no relief, TENS is ruled out. [CMS NCD 160.7.1, Assessing Patient's Suitability for Electrical Nerve Stimulation Therapy](https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/ncd.aspx?NCDId=63) Checked against the CMS pages on October 26, 2026. ## Answers before you call - [Patient guideTENS units: what they are, how they work, and what to ask before you startA TENS unit is a small, battery-powered device that sends mild electrical pulses through electrode pads on your skin to treat pain. The FDA classes it as a Class II device. A 2022 review found TENS may help some people, but the size of the effect is uncertain. Ask your clinician if it fits you.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/guides/tens-units) - [Patient guideDoes insurance or Medicare cover a TENS unit? What the Medicare policy saysMedicare covers TENS units under its durable medical equipment benefit, but only for certain pain and only when its rules are met. As of the LCD revision effective January 1, 2024, Medicare covers chronic intractable pain and acute post-operative pain. It denies TENS for chronic low back pain. Other plans may differ, so check with your plan.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/guides/tens-unit-insurance-coverage) - [Patient guideHow to get a TENS unit through your clinician: prescription, order, and trial stepsTo get a TENS unit through insurance, start with a visit to your clinician. Medicare requires a face-to-face visit and a written order before the supplier delivers the unit. For chronic pain, you first use the unit on a 30-day to two-month rental trial. Your clinician reviews the results. Rules differ for other plans, so check with yours.](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/guides/how-to-get-a-tens-unit) ### From the blog - [A One-Page TENS Referral Checklist for ClinicsCoverage and paperwork, Oct 26, 2026](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/tens-referral-checklist-for-clinics) - [Can You Use a TENS Unit While Sleeping? What Sources SayTENS and pain relief, Oct 26, 2026](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/can-you-use-a-tens-unit-while-sleeping) - [How Many TENS Supplies Does Medicare Allow Each Month?Coverage and paperwork, Oct 26, 2026](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/medicare-tens-supply-limits) [All articles](https://analgesic.multisites.ai/blog) ## Questions about your TENS unit or an invoice? * * * Call toll free. For customer service, ask for extension 508. 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