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HME Business Product Spotlight Webinar: How Smarter Patient Payments Support All Stakeholders
The Dec. 8 webinar, sponsored by Brightree, is free to attend.

A new Dec. 8 HME Business webinar will discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation can improve the patient payment process — and why everyone in the process benefits. Brightree’s Jaimi Panini (vice president of product management) and Chris Benson (senior product manager) will talk about how AI, intelligent automation, and personalized digital engagement can…

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Las Vegas Facility Expands Pride Mobility’s Reach in Western US
The new manufacturing and distribution center will house more than 3,000 SKUs ready for shipment.

A new 191,000 square-foot facility in Las Vegas is expanding the reach of Pride Mobility Products and Quantum Rehab in the western United States. “The new facility brings together expanded manufacturing, distribution, service support and customer education capabilities in one location,” Pride Mobility said in a Nov. 5 announcement. “It represents a substantial investment in…

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Merits Health Products’ New Website Prioritizes HME Suppliers, Consumers
The website has been optimized for mobile devices.

Merits Health Products has launched a website that prioritizes providers, suppliers and consumers. The new site is themed “A Better Mobility Experience. Online and Beyond.” It introduces “a significantly enhanced digital experience focused on improving access to product information, supporting dealer success, and simplifying the customer journey from product discovery to provider connection,” the manufacturer…

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New LCDs to Cover Seat Elevation on Non-Complex Group 2 Power Chairs
The local coverage determinations go into effect on Dec. 20.

CGS Administrators and Noridian Healthcare Solutions, Medicare’s DME MAC contractors, have released new local coverage determinations (LCDs) listing coverage criteria for Group 2 power wheelchairs (HCPCS codes K0830 and K0831) with seat elevation. The LCDs go into effect Dec. 20, 2026. The DME MACs said in a Nov. 5 announcement, “The final LCD includes coverage…

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NCPA: ‘Too Early to Celebrate’ CVS Plan to Split into Two Companies
CVS Health Corp. will form two publicly traded companies: CVS Health and CVS Pharmacy.

The National Community Pharmacists Association said it is “way too early to celebrate” the news that CVS Health Corp. (NYSE: CVS) plans to separate into two publicly traded companies. CVS announced its intentions on Nov. 4, saying each of the two independent companies will be “committed to innovating to make healthcare more affordable, accessible and…

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A Closer Look: Making Plans for Competitive Bidding Round 2028
Panelists in an HME Business industry outlook webinar discussed what suppliers should expect next.

In a year of policy upheaval, the change casting the longest shadow over the home medical equipment (HME) industry is the return of Medicare competitive bidding. Bidder registration opens on Dec. 1, with the bid submission window opening Jan. 5, 2027. Through the rest of 2027, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has…

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Disability & Language
Resources and guidance on disability terminology.

Disability & Language: November 2026 These resources offer guidance on respectful, accurate disability language. Terminology and individual preferences vary, and these recommendations are intended as practical suggestions — not universal rules. When possible, ask interviewees for their preferences. RESOURCES CREATED FOR JOURNALISTS: National Center on Disability and Journalism (NCDJ) — Arizona State University Walter Cronkite…

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Sunrise Medical Acquires Wheel Manufacturer Spinergy
The Spinergy team will remain intact, the Nov. 2 announcement said.

Sunrise Medical has acquired Spinergy, manufacturer and distributor of wheels, handrims and tires for self-propelled manual wheelchairs. In a Nov. 2 news announcement, Sunrise Medical said Spinergy, based in San Marcos, California, would “continue to operate independently within the Sunrise Medical Group, retaining its brand and its entire organization and team. Its long-standing relationships with…

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A Closer Look: The Benefits of Expanded Prior Authorization
In an HME Business webinar, panelists examined what Medicare’s latest prior authorization moves mean for DME suppliers.

Is the expansion of Medicare prior authorization actually good news for durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers? The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has described prior authorization as a tool to reduce DME fraud, waste and abuse. Accordingly, CMS added eight codes to its Medicare prior authorization list, effective Oct. 28. These codes are…

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Announcing the Winners of the Inaugural Product of the Year Awards
Arrowfly and HME Business (HMEB) are proud to announce the winners of the inaugural Product of the Year (POY) Awards.

  The HMEB POY Awards recognize innovative, evidence-informed products, solutions and technologies that deliver real-world impact by improving quality of life, care, safety and operational effectiveness across the home medical equipment (HME) industry.  Earlier this year, vendors serving the HME industry submitted their products, solutions and technologies for nomination. Once finalized, HMEB subscribers were asked…

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