About Urinary Drainage Bags
Urinary drainage bags collect urine from an indwelling catheter, a suprapubic catheter or a male external catheter. This subcategory of Urology & Catheter Supplies includes leg bags worn during the day, larger bedside or night drainage bags, and accessories such as extension tubing, connectors, leg bag straps and holders, from Urocare and Amsino Urological.
Volume in mL is the most obvious difference. Leg bags are smaller so they can be worn discreetly under clothing, often in small, medium and large capacities. Night bags hold considerably more and hang from the bed frame or a stand. Some users switch between a leg bag by day and a night bag while sleeping.
Tubing affects fit and comfort. Leg bags come with short or long inlet tubing, and some tubing can be cut to length. Night bags have longer tubing to reach from the bed. Valve type is the third attribute: drain valves include twist, flip, lever and slide designs, and some users find one type easier to open than another. Many bags also have an anti-reflux valve and a sampling port.
When reordering, use the REF number on your current bag, and confirm volume, tubing length and valve type.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose between a leg bag and a night drainage bag?
Leg bags are smaller and strap to the thigh or calf, which suits daytime wear under clothing. Night bags hold more and hang beside the bed. Choose leg bag capacity and tubing length based on where you wear it, and pick a drain valve style you can operate easily.
Are drainage bags covered by insurance?
Urinary drainage bags generally carry HCPCS codes, which are shown on each product page for reference. Allowed quantities and replacement intervals depend on your payer and plan, and some plans require a prescription. ArmadaMeds is a retailer, does not bill insurance and cannot promise coverage, so confirm with your plan.
How do I reorder the same drainage bag?
Search the REF number printed on your bag or its packaging. Confirm the volume, tubing length, valve type and whether straps are included, since each variation is listed separately. Most drainage bags are sold individually, by the box or by the case.