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Attention Mothers, Pediatricians, Hospital Case Managers, Hospital CFOs and Health Insurance Companies:
Hutchison Medical is the #1 provider in the U.S. of rental home phototherapy (Bili Light) for the treatment of Jaundice. Pediatricians all over the U.S. have referred jaundice patients to us for rental of our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light. This unique lamp was introduced in 2007 and was designed to replace the expensive and cumbersome home phototherapy units available at that time.
The BabyBuddy™ Bili Light provides FDA-Approved home phototherapy and is indicated for Neonatal Bilirubin, Icterus, Jaundice, Aurigo and Crigler-Najjar (CN) Syndrome
- FDA APPROVED THERAPY
- IMMEDIATE SHIPPING AVAILABLE*
- DELIVERY TO MOST LOCATIONS IN THE USA**
OVERVIEW
The birth of a baby is an incomparable joy. The only desire of young parents in the first hours and days of new life is to cuddle and hold their precious treasure in hands, forming and reinforcing the initial parent-child bonds. If you are reading this brochure for home phototherapy, you have probably just been told that your newborn baby has jaundice (or hyperbilirubinemia) – a condition that’s a threat to the well-being of 60% of full-term infants, and 80% of pre-term infants. You have two options...treatment for your baby at the hospital or in your own home. Sadly, newborns treated for jaundice must lie alone, naked and with their eyes covered under blue light. You have probably considered treatment (phototherapy) at the hospital, but the expense (be sure to read the “About Insurance” section), your baby’s separation from you and disruption of the process of "bonding" are all drawbacks to in-hospital phototherapy. Wouldn't you rather have your baby go through this treatment process at home instead of in a hospital incubator? Home phototherapy is an effective and safe alternative to prolonged hospitalization for the healthy, full-term newborn with jaundice. The BabyBuddy™ Bili Light is a medical-grade lamp and is an excellent solution for treating jaundice.
EFFECTIVE
The BabyBuddy™ Bili Light employs advanced technology, high-intensity light output and provides the EXACT SAME QUALITY of phototherapy as provided by a hospital.
USER-FRIENDLY
Designed to be as easy on you as it is on your baby, this lightweight lamp features a swivel and super strong clamp. These features make it easy to deliver light exactly where it’s needed, without limiting your access to your baby.
COMPACT
The compact size of the BabyBuddy™ Bili Light and flexible mounting options make it a fit for even space-constrained homecare settings. Attached to the top rail of a portable bassinet or crib is a great choice.
IMMEDIATE
If you need immediate treatment for your baby, you can choose our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light shipped USPS Priority Mail Express (overnight*). If your need is not immediate, you can choose our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light shipped USPS Priority Mail (2-3 days).
FEATURES
The BabyBuddy™ Bili Light:
- Contains cold light LED`s so additional generation of heat will be prevented. There is no significant part of ultraviolet light or infrared radiation like there may be with a hospital blue light tube system.
- Emits Blue LED light in a narrow spectral band (450-490 nm), focusing on bilirubin’s peak absorption wavelength to speed its breakdown.
- Provides high-intensity light output in a compact, lightweight and user-friendly package.
- Is compact, lightweight and is quickly positioned for precise delivery of hospital-quality therapeutic light.
- Offers excellent light uniformity across a large spot, enabling full body-surface coverage and effective dosage.
- Has been bench-tested, thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
BENEFITS
The cost savings, uninterrupted "bonding" process, and the ability to keep mother and child united are some of the benefits for not choosing treatment in the hospital but choosing home phototherapy instead.
When a newborn infant stays in the hospital after birth (or returns soon after birth) for phototherapy treatment, the infant is not only placed in an incubator under blue phototherapy lights, but blood and urine tests are ran and an IV is usually administered. Often, families find that this one or two night stay was more expensive than the delivery! With out of pocket costs what they are today, home phototherapy makes good sense.
If your family has health insurance, your new baby probably has his/her own deductible – which is probably much higher than the cost of the rental of our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light. This now makes home phototherapy very affordable and attractive.
COMPARE
What are Phototherapy Treatment Units (PTUs) and why are they important? In the publication Guidelines for Pediatric Home Health Care, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends “intense phototherapy” – defined as an irradiance over 30 microwatts/cm2/nm to “as much body surface area as possible”. So, how do doctors and patients determine which neonatal phototherapy device is best for baby? To make an “apples to apples” comparison with PTUs:
1. Measure the amount of healing light a device emits (irradiance).
2. Determine the percent body surface area (BSA) of a baby that is receiving this healing light.
3. Multiply the irradiance x BSA to determine Phototherapy Treatment Units (PTUs ).
The higher the PTUs, the faster the treatment times. Faster healing time is good clinically, emotionally and financially.
Irradiance—microwatts/cm2/nm % Surface Area PTUs
PEP Ultra BiliLight 60 40 2400
BabyBuddy™ Bili Light 50 40 2000
Giraffe Blue Spot PT Lite 35 40 1400
Natus neoBlue 30 40 1200
Philips Bili Tx 40 20 800
Medela BiliBed 50 10 500
Conclusion: The BabyBuddy™ Bili Light provides more healing light therapy than most other conventional or fiberoptic devices on the market today.
RENTAL INCLUDES
- One (1) BabyBuddy™ Bili Light.
- One (1) phototherapy mask (phototherapy eye mask must be worn by your baby continuously during treatment).
6 EASY STEPS TO RENT
- Choose one of two shipping options (shown below): 1) shipping via USPS Priority Mail (2-3 days delivery - $149.95 + $9.95 shipping) or 2) USPS Priority Mail Express (overnight to most locations** in the USA - $149.95 + $49.95 shipping).
- Click the "Rent BabyBuddy™ Now" button on the chosen shipping option. You will be taken to the PayPal interface where you can rent the BabyBuddy™ Bili Light.
- Our deadline for shipping is Monday through Friday by 2:00 pm CST and Saturday by 9:00 am CST.
- You receive your BabyBuddy™ Bili Light. Make sure you KEEP THE BOX that your BabyBuddy™ was shipped to you in. Follow the instructions included in your package and start treating your baby immediately.
- When finished using the BabyBuddy™ or on the fourteenth (14th) day after receipt of the BabyBuddy™ (whichever is first), affix the prepaid USPS Priority Mail shipping label (included with your BabyBuddy™) to the original box being sure to cover up the original shipping label. Mail the BabyBuddy™ at any USPS Post Office.
- Once the BabyBuddy™ is returned and the unit is inspected, the rental agreement will end and no further payments will be required.
IMPORTANT**With USPS Priority Mail Express, you can expect delivery the next day IF USPS delivers overnight to your location.
SPECIFICATIONS
Light Source: Light Emitting Diode (LED):
Item Type: Spotlight
LED Light Source: Blue Light
Input Voltage: AC 120V
Lamp Power: 15W
Lamp Luminous Flux: 500lm
Lamp Luminous Efficiency: 50lm/w
Wavelength: 450nm-485nm
Light Intensity: 50 µW/cm2
Color Temperature (CCT): Blue Light
Working Lifetime (Hour): 10,000
Lamp Body Material: Aviation Aluminum
Certification: CE, FCC, REACH, RoHS, UL
Color: White/Silver
Net Weight: 1.5lbs
LED Type: Medical 42Mil Blue LED
Lamp Head: E27
INSURANCE
We do not bill insurances plans or state Medicaids. In order to save you money, our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light is available through rental only and with prepayment through PayPal or a credit card. In most cases, our rental program is less expensive than out-of-pocket costs for families who use their insurance to treat jaundice in the hospital.
How is this possible? Phototherapy in the hospital is very expensive. While insurance plans vary greatly from state to state and from family to family, the average total out-of-pocket costs can be anywhere from $500 to $5,000 after the deductible has been met. Insurance deductibles are often upwards of $3000-5000. Our rental home phototherapy service gives you the same quality treatment for less than 1/10th of the cost, and it's all done in the comfort of your own home.
Additionally, any money you spend on our rental service can count toward your insurance deductible for other healthcare services or products.
PHYSICIAN’S ORDER
A physician's order is not required for rental of our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light.
100% FULL REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
The BabyBuddy™ Bili Light is guaranteed to be operational or we will immediately replace the BabyBuddy™ Bili Light with a working unit at no additional charge.
ADVERSE EFFECTS
No known significant adverse effects have resulted from the use of the BabyBuddy™ Bili Light if used as directed.
RENTAL AGREEMENT
By renting, you agree that you are the Renter and that you agree to the following rental terms and conditions contained in this Medical Equipment Rental Agreement:
Hutchison Medical rents medical equipment listed to Renter subject to all the terms and conditions set forth in this Rental Agreement and Renter agrees:
- The medical equipment is the property of Hutchison Medical and is in good condition. Renter shall return equipment in the same condition as when received to Hutchison Medical, at the end of the rental period for inspection, or sooner, upon the demand by Hutchison Medical. Hutchison Medical may repossess the medical equipment without demand at any time if it is used in violation of the terms of this agreement.
- Hutchison Medical shall not be liable or responsible for the loss of or damage to any property left, lost, damaged, stolen, stored or transported by Renter, its agents, servants, or employees, or any other person on or using the medical equipment, either before or after the return thereof to Hutchison Medical.
- Renter assumes all risk of such loss or damage and waives all claims against Hutchison Medical by reason thereof and Renter agrees to hold Hutchison Medical harmless from and to defend and indemnify Hutchison Medical against all claims based upon or arising out of such loss or damage.
- Renter assumes all risk and liability for any loss, damage or injury, including death, to persons or property of Renter or others arising out of the use, operation or driving of the medical equipment.
- Renter is responsible for the medical equipment and will reimburse Hutchison Medical, Legal Owner of Equipment, for the full rental amount upon demand for any damage, loss, theft, or destruction of the medical equipment. The Renter understands and authorizes that Hutchison Medical will charge the credit card or any other payment method used for any repair costs or the replacement costs of the medical equipment deemed necessary.
- The following restrictions are cumulative and each shall apply to every use, operation of the medical equipment. Under no circumstances shall the medical equipment be used, operated by any person: a) under the age of 18; or b) while under the influence of intoxicants or narcotics; or c) in an unsafe manner.
- Renter shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless Hutchison Medical, all of their agents, officers, servants, and employees from and against any and all losses, liability claims, damages, injuries, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage or injury claimed by persons that may arise from the use, operation or driving of the medical equipment, provided that such loss or damage was not caused by the fault or gross negligence and willful misconduct of Hutchison Medical or its employees.
- Renter assumes all costs and expenses of every kind and nature, including legal fees and disbursements arising out of and in connection with the use, operation of the medical equipment.
- Hutchison Medical assumes no liability or responsibility for any acts or omissions of Renter or of Renter’s agents, servants, or employees.
- Renter shall notify Hutchison Medical immediately of any and all accidents and injury resulting from the use or operation of the medical equipment.
- Rental agrees to pay all costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees incurred by Hutchison Medical in collecting sums due or in regaining possession of medical equipment or in enforcing or recovering any damage, losses or claims against Renter.
- Renter of the medical equipment shall in no event be deemed the agent or employee of Hutchison Medical in any manner or for any purpose whatsoever.
- Renter in a representative capacity shall be bound personally, jointly and severally, with such fiduciary, corporation or other entity as to all obligations, expressed or implied, arising hereunder.
- This Agreement shall be binding upon the distributes, heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators and personal representatives of the undersigned Renter.
- Hutchison Medical reserves the right to refuse renting to anyone if deemed necessary due to various reasons.
BASE RENTAL PRICE OF $149.95 PLUS SELECTED SHIPPING INCLUDES 14 DAYS RENTAL OF A BABYBUDDY™ BILI LIGHT. THIS IS OUR MINIMUM RENTAL PERIOD. ONCE THE BABYBUDDY™ BILI LIGHT SHIPS, YOU CANNOT RECEIVE A REFUND OR DISCOUNT OF YOUR RENTAL FEE.
IF YOU DECIDE TO RETURN THE BABYBUDDY™ BILI LIGHT EARLY FOR ANY REASON INCLUDING:
- YOU FOUND OUT INSURANCE WOULD COVER THE COST OF A PHOTOTHERAPY LAMP, OR
- YOU CHANGED YOUR MIND, OR
- YOU DECIDE TO GET A DIFFERENT MODEL OF A HOME PHOTOTHERAPY LIGHT, OR
- YOUR DOCTOR TELLS YOU FOR SOME REASON THAT HOME PHOTOTHERAPY IS NOT FOR YOUR APPLICATION
THERE WILL BE NO DISCOUNT OR REFUND ON THE RENTAL.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The parties will attempt to resolve any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement through friendly negotiations amongst the parties. Any controversies or disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement, other than those excepted above, will be submitted to mediation in accordance with any statutory rules of mediation. If mediation is not successful in resolving the entire dispute or is unavailable, any outstanding issues will be submitted to final and binding arbitration in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. The arbitrator’s award will be final, and any judgment may be entered upon it by any court having jurisdiction within the State of Illinois.
SPECIFICATIONS
Light Source: Light Emitting Diode (LED):
Item Type: Spotlight
LED Light Source: Blue Light
Input Voltage: AC 120V
Lamp Power: 15W
Lamp Luminous Flux: 500lm
Lamp Luminous Efficiency: 50lm/w
Wavelength: 450nm-485nm
Light Intensity: 50 µW/cm2
Color Temperature (CCT): Blue Light
Working Lifetime (Hour): 10,000
Lamp Body Material: Aviation Aluminum
Certification: CE, FCC, REACH, RoHS, UL
Color: White/Silver
Net Weight: 1.5lbs
LED Type: Medical 42Mil Blue LED
Lamp Head: E27
INSURANCE
We do not bill insurances plans or state Medicaids. In order to save you money, our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light is available through rental only and with prepayment through PayPal or a credit card. In most cases, our rental program is less expensive than out-of-pocket costs for families who use their insurance to treat jaundice in the hospital.
How is this possible? Phototherapy in the hospital is very expensive. While insurance plans vary greatly from state to state and from family to family, the average total out-of-pocket costs can be anywhere from $500 to $5,000 after the deductible has been met. Insurance deductibles are often upwards of $3000-5000. Our rental home phototherapy service gives you the same quality treatment for less than 1/10th of the cost, and it's all done in the comfort of your own home.
Additionally, any money you spend on our rental service can count toward your insurance deductible for other healthcare services or products.
PHYSICIAN’S ORDER
A physician's order is not required for rental of our BabyBuddy™ Bili Light.
100% FULL REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
The BabyBuddy™ Bili Light is guaranteed to be operational or we will immediately replace the BabyBuddy™ Bili Light with a working unit at no additional charge.
ADVERSE EFFECTS
No known significant adverse effects have resulted from the use of the BabyBuddy™ Bili Light if used as directed.
RENTAL AGREEMENT
By renting, you agree that you are the Renter and that you agree to the following rental terms and conditions contained in this Medical Equipment Rental Agreement:
Hutchison Medical rents medical equipment listed to Renter subject to all the terms and conditions set forth in this Rental Agreement and Renter agrees:
- The medical equipment is the property of Hutchison Medical and is in good condition. Renter shall return equipment in the same condition as when received to Hutchison Medical, at the end of the rental period for inspection, or sooner, upon the demand by Hutchison Medical. Hutchison Medical may repossess the medical equipment without demand at any time if it is used in violation of the terms of this agreement.
- Hutchison Medical shall not be liable or responsible for the loss of or damage to any property left, lost, damaged, stolen, stored or transported by Renter, its agents, servants, or employees, or any other person on or using the medical equipment, either before or after the return thereof to Hutchison Medical.
- Renter assumes all risk of such loss or damage and waives all claims against Hutchison Medical by reason thereof and Renter agrees to hold Hutchison Medical harmless from and to defend and indemnify Hutchison Medical against all claims based upon or arising out of such loss or damage.
- Renter assumes all risk and liability for any loss, damage or injury, including death, to persons or property of Renter or others arising out of the use, operation or driving of the medical equipment.
- Renter is responsible for the medical equipment and will reimburse Hutchison Medical, Legal Owner of Equipment, for the full rental amount upon demand for any damage, loss, theft, or destruction of the medical equipment. The Renter understands and authorizes that Hutchison Medical will charge the credit card or any other payment method used for any repair costs or the replacement costs of the medical equipment deemed necessary.
- The following restrictions are cumulative and each shall apply to every use, operation of the medical equipment. Under no circumstances shall the medical equipment be used, operated by any person: a) under the age of 18; or b) while under the influence of intoxicants or narcotics; or c) in an unsafe manner.
- Renter shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless Hutchison Medical, all of their agents, officers, servants, and employees from and against any and all losses, liability claims, damages, injuries, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage or injury claimed by persons that may arise from the use, operation or driving of the medical equipment, provided that such loss or damage was not caused by the fault or gross negligence and willful misconduct of Hutchison Medical or its employees.
- Renter assumes all costs and expenses of every kind and nature, including legal fees and disbursements arising out of and in connection with the use, operation of the medical equipment.
- Hutchison Medical assumes no liability or responsibility for any acts or omissions of Renter or of Renter’s agents, servants, or employees.
- Renter shall notify Hutchison Medical immediately of any and all accidents and injury resulting from the use or operation of the medical equipment.
- Rental agrees to pay all costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees incurred by Hutchison Medical in collecting sums due or in regaining possession of medical equipment or in enforcing or recovering any damage, losses or claims against Renter.
- Renter of the medical equipment shall in no event be deemed the agent or employee of Hutchison Medical in any manner or for any purpose whatsoever.
- Renter in a representative capacity shall be bound personally, jointly and severally, with such fiduciary, corporation or other entity as to all obligations, expressed or implied, arising hereunder.
- This Agreement shall be binding upon the distributes, heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators and personal representatives of the undersigned Renter.
- Hutchison Medical reserves the right to refuse renting to anyone if deemed necessary due to various reasons.
BASE RENTAL PRICE OF $149.95 PLUS SELECTED SHIPPING INCLUDES 14 DAYS RENTAL OF A BABYBUDDY™ BILI LIGHT. THIS IS OUR MINIMUM RENTAL PERIOD. ONCE THE BABYBUDDY™ BILI LIGHT SHIPS, YOU CANNOT RECEIVE A REFUND OR DISCOUNT OF YOUR RENTAL FEE.
IF YOU DECIDE TO RETURN THE BABYBUDDY™ BILI LIGHT EARLY FOR ANY REASON INCLUDING:
- YOU FOUND OUT INSURANCE WOULD COVER THE COST OF A PHOTOTHERAPY LAMP, OR
- YOU CHANGED YOUR MIND, OR
- YOU DECIDE TO GET A DIFFERENT MODEL OF A HOME PHOTOTHERAPY LIGHT, OR
- YOUR DOCTOR TELLS YOU FOR SOME REASON THAT HOME PHOTOTHERAPY IS NOT FOR YOUR APPLICATION
THERE WILL BE NO DISCOUNT OR REFUND ON THE RENTAL.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The parties will attempt to resolve any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement through friendly negotiations amongst the parties. Any controversies or disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement, other than those excepted above, will be submitted to mediation in accordance with any statutory rules of mediation. If mediation is not successful in resolving the entire dispute or is unavailable, any outstanding issues will be submitted to final and binding arbitration in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. The arbitrator’s award will be final, and any judgment may be entered upon it by any court having jurisdiction within the State of Illinois2
