Offering protection plans for retail HME items can benefit both patients and providers in many ways, and it turns out implementing them doesn’t require much.
- By David Kopf
- May 23, 2022
Vendors of complex rehab and accessibility solutions can take advantage of early-bird entry rates until May 27 for the clincian- and supplier-judged product award contest.
Nicolson will bring her business leadership and expertise in the arts to help a group that provides theater curriculum and mentorship to incarcerated and court-involved youth in New York.
The member service organization has begun a nationwide candidate search to replace Clint Geffert, who is resigning after being with VGM & Associates since 2012.
The annual event is open to members and non-members and runs Aug. 17-18 in Wrightsville Beach, N.C.
The addition of e-Scripts into ATLAS Enterprise Software facilitates seamless, efficient, end-to-end order processing management for HME and CRT providers.
ResMed-led study analysis that the threshold for PAP therapy’s benefit ranges between 2 and 3 hours a night and helps the more it longer used.
Podcast
How can providers most effectively automate and increase their patient engagement to improve care, strengthen patient relationships, and drive increased referrals?
- By David Kopf
- May 16, 2022
The 2022 edition of VGM’s HME Delivery Cost survey shows a variety of pressures impacting the operations of HME businesses.
More than 230 MAMES members showed up for the in-person event, which featured networking, education, vendor interaction and entertainment.
Encore Healthcare adds Ray Gregg, BS, CRT, RPSGT, who will lead the Encore team’s growth with HME providers and payers.
The legislation provides tax incentives for home modifications to help seniors and others safely continue living in their homes.
Podcast
The annual conference and expo returns to a fully in-person format June 13-15 in Waterloo, Iowa. Conference Chair Jill Blaser highlights some new features and familiar favorites at this year’s event.
- By David Kopf
- May 12, 2022
Observation Deck
HME providers and their patients continue to face a shortage of sleep therapy devices. What can and should be done to address the situation?
- By Eric Mongeau
- May 12, 2022
AAHomecare leadership met with various lawmakers on behalf of legislation that would adjust reimbursements in former CBAs via a 90/10 blended rate.
The ZIPPIE Q300 M Mini aims to help young patients explore their world, while the QUICKIE Q200 R gives users an easily transportable rear-wheel-drive power wheelchair.
For the first time in two years, members of the women’s health-oriented conference were able to meet in person for educational sessions and dedicated time with vendors.
CMS will discontinue the need for certificates of medical necessity and DME information forms, starting with claims with a date of service on or after Jan. 1, 2023.
The offering is designed to help providers enroll patients in a resupply subscription at intake.
Retail HME trailblazer Wayne Slavitt had released a book written to help business owners sell their companies.
The October 24-26 event will feature a Welcome to Atlanta reception and will see the return of the Ask The Experts event, which will be free to all conference pass holders.
The oxygen device maker’s Companion 5 and NewLife Intensity 10 stationary concentrators will become Available in the South American country in July.
Sleep and Respiratory Care President Jim Hollingshead steps down to leave the company, with President and Chief Operating Officer Rob Douglas filling the slot on an interim basis.
Jack Baikie will bring his lengthy background in managing healthcare supply chains and provider resources to the equipment management company.
Podcast
What is vertical integration and how could it impact HME providers? Payer relations expert Laura Williard discusses the trend and the strategies being developed for dealing with it.
- By David Kopf
- May 02, 2022