CMS has postponed the deadline to Dec. 17 for public comments on including certain ventilator classes in future rounds of competitive bidding.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 29, 2018
Bill to protect accessories for manual CRT wheelchairs sees new activity on the Hill; advocates could achieve passage before Congress adjourns.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 29, 2018
Various HME groups meet to explore best practices for online and social media campaigns to advance grassroots organizing.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 29, 2018
Well-known mobility advocate, writer and speaker, Smith also handled publications for Pride Mobility and Quantum Rehab.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 29, 2018
Agency is currently soliciting public comments on the expansion; MedPAC had earlier identified comparatively high reimbursement for ventilators under Medicare.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 15, 2018
AAHomecare says that while the rule might be final ‘we’re just getting started.’ How do providers proceed?
- By David Kopf
- Nov 15, 2018
As HHS declares a public health emergency, CMS has issued blanket waivers to help beneficiaries get needed care and services.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 15, 2018
The new division will serve cannabis and the industrial hemp businesses.
- By Leila McNeill
- Nov 15, 2018
Manufacturer cuts lead times on builder or special order lift chairs by 15 days.
- By Leila McNeill
- Nov 15, 2018
Shape-changing memory fibers will be integrated into thin garments that provide variable compression.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 08, 2018
VGM Government Relations identifies which HME allies will return for in the 116th Congress, which ones won’t, and outlines how the industry can pick up new advocates.
- By Leila McNeill
- Nov 08, 2018
The smart chair company and engineering students from the University of California, San Diego are developing a wheelchair with next-gen drivability features.
- By Leila McNeill
- Nov 08, 2018
The acquisition will expand ResMed’s out-of-hospital SaaS Portfolio into long-term care settings.
- By Leila McNeill
- Nov 06, 2018
The integration will let HME providers receive and initiate fully electronic DME orders for completion and fulfillment.
- By Leila McNeill
- Nov 06, 2018
Provider’s Choice and Innovative HME Retail awards recognize a variety of notable HME offerings.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 01, 2018
New collaboration integrates referral data from Brightree into PlayMaker, where providers can use performance analytics to make strategic decisions.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 01, 2018
Rule is a mixed bag, including some but not all of the additional reforms industry stakeholders had advocated for in public comments and Congressional letters.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 01, 2018
Acquisition of provider’s well-established CRT group expands Numotion’s reach in Utah, Arizona, Nevada and Idaho.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 01, 2018
Starting Nov. 1, a demonstration project that lets providers work with QIC over the phone to reopen claims at ALJ will grow to incorporate Jurisdictions A and B.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 23, 2018
Named earlier in September, Best Home Medical’s Regina Gillespie is honored with the Van Miller Homecare Champion Award at this week’s Medtrade conference and expo.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 18, 2018
Georgie Blackburn of BLACKBURN’s becomes the third winner of VGM’s annual award recognizing women in the industry for their leadership and advocacy.
- By Leila McNeill
- Oct 18, 2018
Brightree CEO Matt Mellott discusses pivotal business, care and technology trends that will influence how HME providers run their businesses.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 18, 2018
Proposals from prospective speakers for the member service organization’s annual event are due Nov. 30.
- By Leila McNeill
- Oct 18, 2018
Medtrade Washington Update: Rule currently at OMB; AAHomecare’s Ryan says bidding gap opens window of opportunity to drive more bid reforms.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 18, 2018
CMS says it will relax requirements for DME items lost or damaged due to Hurricane Michael.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 15, 2018