While the accreditation scramble of summer 2009 is ancient history at this point, there are many providers still seeking to reapply for CMS accreditation. Why is that, and how do providers approach reapplying for accreditation?
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
What if a HME provider starts a new line of business, or acquires a new line of business after already being accredited? Does the provider need to apply for accreditation for that new business?
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Complete compliance offers a strategic edge.
- By Kirsten DeLay
- Apr 01, 2010
As regulations continue to tighten the grip on the Home Medical Equipment industry, providers are looking for tools to stay compliant. Enter Virtual Compliance Officer.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Mar 01, 2010
As regulations continue to tighten the grip on the Home Medical Equipment industry, providers are looking for help to stay compliant.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Feb 26, 2010
CMS email to Montana providers cites surety bonds, accreditation as cause.
Firm can deliver and instruct patients on use of O2 equipemnt.
CMS staff remind providers of round one registration deadlines, answer accreditation questions.
What are the full implications for the Sept. 30 cut-off, and what can providers do if they are going to miss it?
- By Joseph Duffy
- Sep 10, 2009
Accrediting organization nixes guidebook’s $300 pricetag.
While it doesn't makes additional cuts, H.R. 3200 includes provisions directly impacting HME providers.
July 1 CMS Open Door Forum reminds providers they must have their affairs in order to continue billing.
The accreditation process can take between four and six months on average, which puts any provider that is only now considering getting accreditation certification well past the point where they will make the Sept. 30 deadline. What should they do?
The September deadline is nearly here and providers must scramble to ensure that they will be able to finish the accreditation process in time to ensure they will be able to preserve what is most likely the lion’s share of their funding. How can they streamline the process?
PAOC uncovers news that subcontractors could hold up providers' accreditation.
The program was created for both freestanding and hospital-based sleep labs.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Jan 01, 2009
Waiting until the last minute to become accredited is a major no-no.