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Discover answers to the questions you’ve been asking about urology, what it’s like to work with HCD, and more, in Home Care Delivered’s informative blog.

Everything You Need to Know About Catheter-Associated UTIs

For most of us, the ability to easily go into a bathroom and empty our bladders is one of those basic functions that is easy to take for granted. But when you have a urological condition that makes urinating difficult or impossible, life becomes a little more complicated. Luckily, help is available in the form of a urinary catheter, a tube inserted in the bladder that allows the urine to be diverted into a drainage bag that is regularly emptied.

Urinary Catheters for Women: One Size Does Not Fit All

If you’re looking for information about urinary catheters for women, you’ve found it! Read on for important details about why catheters are needed, and which types are designed and recommended for women.

What is Urinary Retention?

If you or a loved one is experiencing urinary retention you may have questions. Learn more about the causes of urinary retention.

What Is an Intermittent Catheter?

Intermittent catheters are a life changing medical for supply for those experiencing urinary retention. Learn more about the types of intermittent catheters and how they are used.

How to prevent a UTI when using a catheter

Urinary tract infections are an unwanted side effect that often occur when using a catheter. Learn how to prevent UTIs.

How to Prevent a Urinary Tract Infection

Does Medicaid Cover Catheters?

If catheters are necessary, they can be expensive when you’re paying out of pocket. But there’s good news for eligible Medicaid members: Most Medicaid plans cover catheters and catheter supplies.

Catheter French Sizes: What Are They?

When looking at catheter French sizes, you may have noticed that the little letters “Fr” always come after the number. Ever wonder why? That “Fr” is the unit of measurement for the French Scale measurement system, and it’s responsible for how catheters are sized.

What Is a Coated Catheter?

Coated catheters are urinary catheters that have been coated with an additional substance or material. There are different kinds of catheter coatings, and each one services a specific purpose, such as protecting against infection or easing the discomfort of insertion.

Coated Catheter styles and uses HCD health

What Is a 100% Silicone Catheter?

The 100% Silicone catheter is a urinary catheter made entirely out of silicone. They contain no latex, which makes them ideal for people with latex allergies or sensitivities.

100% silicone catheters are for people with latex allergies HCD health

What Is a Red Rubber Catheter?

Red rubber catheters are a type of intermittent catheter used to manage urinary retention. They function just like a straight catheter, except that they are made of red rubber latex instead of plastic. This makes the red rubber catheter a bit more flexible, which some people prefer.

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Latest Posts

Home Care Delivered Welcomes James Jarrett as new Chief Financial Officer

Jan 3, 2025

Home Care Delivered, Inc. (HCD), a leading provider of insurance-covered medical supplies for people with chronic health conditions, proudly welcomes James Jarrett to the company’s Senior Leadership Team as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Home Care Delivered Announces New Vice President of People and Culture

Jul 30, 2024

Home Care Delivered, Inc. (“HCD”), a leader in providing direct-to-patient medical supplies, including diabetes/CGM, incontinence, wound, urological, and ostomy products, is pleased to announce an exciting addition to its leadership team. Effective July 23, 2024, Maggie Smith joins HCD as Vice President of People and Culture, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership in human resources.

Home Care Delivered, Inc. Appoints New CEO; Founder and CEO Transitions to Chairman of the Board

Nov 13, 2023

Home Care Delivered, Inc. (“HCD”), a leader in providing direct to patient medical supplies including diabetes/CGM, incontinence, wound, urological, and ostomy products, announces a leadership change. Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Gordy Fox, will transition to Chairman of the Board and Gayle Devin will join HCD as Chief Executive Officer effective November 27, 2023.

Home Care Delivered, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Medline Industries, LP’s DMEPOS Supplier Business Unit

Oct 16, 2023

Home Care Delivered, Inc. (“HCD”), a leader in providing medical supplies including diabetes/CGM, incontinence, wound, urological, and ostomy products, is excited to announce the successful acquisition of Medline Industries, LP’s DMEPOS supplier business unit.

How to Find Your Ostomate Community

Jun 28, 2023

If you live with an ostomy, or care for someone who does, it’s tempting to think that you’re the only one dealing with the issues associated with being an ostomate. The truth is that as many as 1 in 500 Americans lives with an ostomy and a vibrant community has grown up to provide support for those dealing with the medical issues, work and school concerns, and the emotional roller coaster that can accompany this life-changing procedure.

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Urology Resources

Discover answers to the questions you’ve been asking about urology, what it’s like to work with HCD, and more, in Home Care Delivered’s informative blog.

Everything You Need to Know About Catheter-Associated UTIs

Urinary Catheters for Women: One Size Does Not Fit All

What is Urinary Retention?

What Is an Intermittent Catheter?

How to prevent a UTI when using a catheter

Does Medicaid Cover Catheters?

Catheter French Sizes: What Are They?

What Is a Coated Catheter?

What Is a 100% Silicone Catheter?

What Is a Red Rubber Catheter?

Latest Posts

Home Care Delivered Welcomes James Jarrett as new Chief Financial Officer

Home Care Delivered Announces New Vice President of People and Culture

Home Care Delivered, Inc. Appoints New CEO; Founder and CEO Transitions to Chairman of the Board

Home Care Delivered, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Medline Industries, LP’s DMEPOS Supplier Business Unit

How to Find Your Ostomate Community

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