CBIC, AAHomecare, industry experts all emphasize the need for providers to start using lead item pricing calculators and educate themselves on the pricing method well before Round 2021 bidding begins.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 25, 2019
Ongoing advocacy work by OMEPA results in both chambers approving H.B. 1262, which would free HME items from the Sooner State’s sizable sales tax; Governor poised to approve.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 25, 2019
House lawmakers re-introduce language that would exempt manual complex rehab chairs from bid program and also protect accessories for those chairs.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 16, 2019
Episode 006 examines key elements of the new round of the competitive bidding program and why providers need to start acting now; also offers details on upcoming legislative events.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 11, 2019
Owner of Penrod Medical Equipment joined to tackle issues facing small providers, such as tax reform, healthcare costs and the impact of regulations and the ACA.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 11, 2019
The industry is getting ready for the latest edition of the conference and expo, which runs next week in Las Vegas from April 16-18.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 11, 2019
In one of the biggest healthcare frauds in U.S. history, the Feds round up DMEs, telemarketers and medical professionals in a $1.2 billion orthopedic brace scam; various industry insiders share their perspective.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 10, 2019
Advanced Registration on the April 16-18 expo and conference to be held in Las Vegas expires on April 6.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 04, 2019
Software gives providers a turnkey method for tracking business performance and offers tools such as a customizable dashboard.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 04, 2019
The new site, dmecbpeducation.com, offers a variety of resources to help providers prepare for Round 2021, including bid calculators based on new lead item pricing system.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 04, 2019
New over-the-nose nasal cushion leverages Philips’ top-of-the-head tube design to let patients sleep in any position they like.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 04, 2019
Latest edition of HMEB’s popular new service delivers a deep dive into specialized accreditation distinctions and how they can benefit outcomes and sharpen a provider's competitive edge.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 26, 2019
Bid contractor urges providers to review their enrollment records now, and ensure they understand the commonly owned and commonly controlled distinctions.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 26, 2019
‘Are You Tracking the Right Metrics?’ examines differences between HME metrics and KPIs and how providers can leverage KPIs to improve their profitability.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 26, 2019
The name change is intended to emphasize the company’s customer-centric culture.
- By Leila McNeill
- Mar 26, 2019
The automated resupply program helps providers increase therapy compliance in sleep apnea patients.
- By Leila McNeill
- Mar 26, 2019
VGM Insurance Services partners with Lexon Insurance Company to help HME providers meet new surety bond requirements for Round 2021.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 21, 2019
Customized iLevel power chair helps Walmart employee with cerebral palsy get around work more easily, as well as increase his life enjoyment.
- By Leila McNeill
- Mar 21, 2019
Volunteer state’s House and Senate unanimously vote to protect Medicaid patients’ access to specialized wheelchairs and accessories.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 21, 2019
Association meets with White House Domestic Policy Council on CMS’s addition of non-invasive ventilators to Round 2021.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 21, 2019
Competitive bidding contractor begins Round 2021 education efforts by reminding providers to ensure their locations are accredited and have the right state licensing.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 21, 2019
Latest installment in HMEB’s quickly growing podcast survey examines breast cancer legislation and six-year lookback audits.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 14, 2019
Information released on revised competitive bidding program released includes important dates, bid areas, product categories, and structural changes to the program.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 11, 2019
Public statement from AAHomcare’s Tom Ryan says including non-invasive ventilators in Round 2021 will hurt access for patients that ‘critically depend’ on them.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 11, 2019
AAHomcare calls on providers to register for May 22-23 Washington Legislative Conference to get their best set of legislative meetings.
- By David Kopf
- Mar 07, 2019