ThermX Home Unit - Frequently Asked Questions
Your guide to faster, cleaner recovery with iceless cold, heat, and DVT therapy
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Choosing the right recovery tool shouldn’t be stressful—for patients or providers. This FAQ answers the most common questions about the ThermX Home Unit, helping you or your patient move forward with confidence. Whether you're a physician exploring post-op options or a patient navigating recovery, we’re here to simplify the journey and support better outcomes.
Effectiveness & Clinical Value
Does the ThermX actually reduce pain and swelling?
Yes. Most patients report reduced pain and swelling within days. The iceless cold therapy targets inflammation while optional compression sleeves help prevent clot formation and improve circulation.
Does the ThermX actually reduce pain and swelling?
Yes. Most patients report reduced pain and swelling within days. The iceless cold therapy targets inflammation while optional compression sleeves help prevent clot formation and improve circulation.
Does the ThermX actually reduce pain and swelling?
Yes. Most patients report reduced pain and swelling within days. The iceless cold therapy targets inflammation while optional compression sleeves help prevent clot formation and improve circulation.
How does this compare to other cold therapy devices?
ThermX is more precise, portable, and safer than ice-based systems. It provides consistent temperature control, adjustable compression, and integrated safety alerts—with no ice or mess to manage.
How does this compare to other cold therapy devices?
ThermX is more precise, portable, and safer than ice-based systems. It provides consistent temperature control, adjustable compression, and integrated safety alerts—with no ice or mess to manage.
How does this compare to other cold therapy devices?
ThermX is more precise, portable, and safer than ice-based systems. It provides consistent temperature control, adjustable compression, and integrated safety alerts—with no ice or mess to manage.
How does this compare to other cold therapy devices?
ThermX is more precise, portable, and safer than ice-based systems. It provides consistent temperature control, adjustable compression, and integrated safety alerts—with no ice or mess to manage.
How does this compare to other cold therapy devices?
ThermX is more precise, portable, and safer than ice-based systems. It provides consistent temperature control, adjustable compression, and integrated safety alerts—with no ice or mess to manage.
How does this compare to other cold therapy devices?
ThermX is more precise, portable, and safer than ice-based systems. It provides consistent temperature control, adjustable compression, and integrated safety alerts—with no ice or mess to manage.
What if my patient is in a splint or cast?
ThermX wraps are flexible and splint-compatible. Our technicians work with patients to place garments either under or around immobilized areas safely.
What if my patient is in a splint or cast?
ThermX wraps are flexible and splint-compatible. Our technicians work with patients to place garments either under or around immobilized areas safely.
What if my patient is in a splint or cast?
ThermX wraps are flexible and splint-compatible. Our technicians work with patients to place garments either under or around immobilized areas safely.
What if we don’t need DVT support?
No problem. The DVT port is optional—ThermX can be delivered for cold/heat therapy alone.
What if we don’t need DVT support?
No problem. The DVT port is optional—ThermX can be delivered for cold/heat therapy alone.
What if we don’t need DVT support?
No problem. The DVT port is optional—ThermX can be delivered for cold/heat therapy alone.
Administrative Burden & Workflow
Will this add work for my clinic?
Not at all. RCM handles everything—from paperwork to patient education and billing.
Will this add work for my clinic?
Not at all. RCM handles everything—from paperwork to patient education and billing.
Will this add work for my clinic?
Not at all. RCM handles everything—from paperwork to patient education and billing.
We already use a DME vendor—why switch?
We complement your current vendors by handling logistics you might not want—like in-home delivery, setup, follow-ups, and repairs.
We already use a DME vendor—why switch?
We complement your current vendors by handling logistics you might not want—like in-home delivery, setup, follow-ups, and repairs.
We already use a DME vendor—why switch?
We complement your current vendors by handling logistics you might not want—like in-home delivery, setup, follow-ups, and repairs.
I already prescribe cold therapy—is this really better?
ThermX delivers superior outcomes with less hassle. It’s safer, easier to use, and improves compliance through programmable lockouts and safety alerts.
I already prescribe cold therapy—is this really better?
ThermX delivers superior outcomes with less hassle. It’s safer, easier to use, and improves compliance through programmable lockouts and safety alerts.
I already prescribe cold therapy—is this really better?
ThermX delivers superior outcomes with less hassle. It’s safer, easier to use, and improves compliance through programmable lockouts and safety alerts.
Cost, Coverage & Risk
Will this cost the patient anything?
Not usually. It’s fully covered by VA and Workers’ Compensation. Cash-pay rentals are available at $500 for 30 days if needed.
Will this cost the patient anything?
Not usually. It’s fully covered by VA and Workers’ Compensation. Cash-pay rentals are available at $500 for 30 days if needed.
Will this cost the patient anything?
Not usually. It’s fully covered by VA and Workers’ Compensation. Cash-pay rentals are available at $500 for 30 days if needed.
How does insurance billing work?
Right Coast Medical handles all prior authorizations and billing.
How does insurance billing work?
Right Coast Medical handles all prior authorizations and billing.
How does insurance billing work?
Right Coast Medical handles all prior authorizations and billing.
Is there a guarantee? What if it doesn’t help?
Yes. Treatment can be paused or canceled anytime if medically necessary.
Is there a guarantee? What if it doesn’t help?
Yes. Treatment can be paused or canceled anytime if medically necessary.
Is there a guarantee? What if it doesn’t help?
Yes. Treatment can be paused or canceled anytime if medically necessary.
Technical & Practical Questions
Is the device hard to set up?
No. We deliver and set it up in the patient’s home, walk them through use, and ensure they feel confident.
Is the device hard to set up?
No. We deliver and set it up in the patient’s home, walk them through use, and ensure they feel confident.
Is the device hard to set up?
No. We deliver and set it up in the patient’s home, walk them through use, and ensure they feel confident.
Can I sleep with the ThermX on?
Only if your physician approves. ThermX includes built-in timers and safety sensors.
Can I sleep with the ThermX on?
Only if your physician approves. ThermX includes built-in timers and safety sensors.
Can I sleep with the ThermX on?
Only if your physician approves. ThermX includes built-in timers and safety sensors.
What’s needed to run the device?
Just a standard power outlet. Distilled water and isopropyl alcohol are recommended.
What’s needed to run the device?
Just a standard power outlet. Distilled water and isopropyl alcohol are recommended.
What’s needed to run the device?
Just a standard power outlet. Distilled water and isopropyl alcohol are recommended.
What body parts can this treat?
ThermX is compatible with wraps for shoulders, knees, hips, backs, ankles, wrists, and more.
What body parts can this treat?
ThermX is compatible with wraps for shoulders, knees, hips, backs, ankles, wrists, and more.
What body parts can this treat?
ThermX is compatible with wraps for shoulders, knees, hips, backs, ankles, wrists, and more.
Is it reusable for another surgery?
The unit can be reused, but wraps are single-patient use.
Is it reusable for another surgery?
The unit can be reused, but wraps are single-patient use.
Is it reusable for another surgery?
The unit can be reused, but wraps are single-patient use.
Support, Service & Follow-Up
Who do I contact if something goes wrong?
Your assigned service technician or our support team is available throughout treatment.
Who do I contact if something goes wrong?
Your assigned service technician or our support team is available throughout treatment.
Who do I contact if something goes wrong?
Your assigned service technician or our support team is available throughout treatment.
How do I prescribe ThermX?
Send the Rx and patient demographics to our team.
How do I prescribe ThermX?
Send the Rx and patient demographics to our team.
How do I prescribe ThermX?
Send the Rx and patient demographics to our team.
What happens after therapy ends?
We coordinate pick-up or renewal. Additional support is always available.
What happens after therapy ends?
We coordinate pick-up or renewal. Additional support is always available.
What happens after therapy ends?
We coordinate pick-up or renewal. Additional support is always available.
No out-of-pocket costs for most patients, zero admin work for your clinic, and powerful pain relief in days—not weeks.
Your guide to faster, cleaner recovery with iceless cold, heat, and DVT therapy
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Operating hours
Address
322 E Main Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
No out-of-pocket costs for most patients, zero admin work for your clinic, and powerful pain relief in days—not weeks.
Your guide to faster, cleaner recovery with iceless cold, heat, and DVT therapy
Give us a call
Send us an email
Operating hours
Address
322 E Main Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
No out-of-pocket costs for most patients, zero admin work for your clinic, and powerful pain relief in days—not weeks.
Your guide to faster, cleaner recovery with iceless cold, heat, and DVT therapy
Give us a call
Send us an email
Operating hours
Address
322 E Main Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
No out-of-pocket costs for most patients, zero admin work for your clinic, and powerful pain relief in days—not weeks.
Your guide to faster, cleaner recovery with iceless cold, heat, and DVT therapy
Give us a call
Send us an email
Operating hours
Address
322 E Main Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
Prescribe ThermX today and let us handle the rest.
Prescribe ThermX today and let us handle the rest.
Discover ThermX Home Unit
Iceless cold + heat therapy with optional compression for DVT prevention
Rapid swelling and pain reduction — no messy ice, no complicated setup
Built-in safety alerts, timers, and programmable settings for peace of mind
Covered by VA, Workers’ Comp, and available for cash pay rentals
“I almost immediately fell asleep because there was no longer any pain! I didn’t even need the oxycodone."
— Jerome, post-op patient
Discover ThermX Home Unit
Iceless cold + heat therapy with optional compression for DVT prevention
Rapid swelling and pain reduction — no messy ice, no complicated setup
Built-in safety alerts, timers, and programmable settings for peace of mind
Covered by VA, Workers’ Comp, and available for cash pay rentals
“I almost immediately fell asleep because there was no longer any pain! I didn’t even need the oxycodone."
— Jerome, post-op patient
Discover ThermX Home Unit
Iceless cold + heat therapy with optional compression for DVT prevention
Rapid swelling and pain reduction — no messy ice, no complicated setup
Built-in safety alerts, timers, and programmable settings for peace of mind
Covered by VA, Workers’ Comp, and available for cash pay rentals
“I almost immediately fell asleep because there was no longer any pain! I didn’t even need the oxycodone."
— Jerome, post-op patient
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Helping Patients Reduce Pain & Bounce Back
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