The plan includes 10 DMEPOS-related investigations, including reports on nebulizers, power wheelchairs, and PAP therapy devices.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 17, 2016
As the 114th Congress returns for its last session, the industry doubles-down on reforming bid expansion in hopes of rural relief.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 17, 2016
AAHomecare urged providers to lobby their lawmakers to back rural relief. Concentrated effort will focus on next week.
Legislative and advocacy events, official recognition of HME Woman of the Year and a visit from Rep. Price highlight annual event.
Election of President elect Trump and a Republican-dominated Congress could see a industry-related policies repealed.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 10, 2016
New rule bases bid ceilings on 2015 unadjusted fee schedule; lowers surety bond to $50K per CBA bid.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 31, 2016
New page provides a single stop for all Medtrade 2016 social media traffic to inform attendees and providers who can't make the show.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 26, 2016
In a 'no-win scenario,' beneficiaries wind up paying out of pocket for needed HME while some providers file non-assigned claims.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 26, 2016
Called Inspired by Drive, new rehab company will meld Columbia Medical, Specialized Orthotic Services and Wenzelite Rehab.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 25, 2016
Effort designed to help providers push for CRT legislation during 'lame duck' session of Congress; NCART will provide a legislative update. UPDATE: Video replay now available.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 25, 2016
COPD insider online community will feature insights on care from healthcare providers across the care continuum.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 25, 2016
ResMed releases results of the world’s largest study on sleep apnea and connected care; 128,000 subjects involved.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 25, 2016
GAO report shows number of DMEPOS beneficiaries covered by bidding declined after Round Two implementation.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 20, 2016
Enrollees in survey will help anonymous research on American sleep habits; survey-takers also eligible to win S+ sleep monitors
- By David Kopf
- Oct 20, 2016
AAHomecare-backed research shows Medicare reimbursement rates for HME cover only 88% of overall costs for businesses providing equipment and relates services.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 20, 2016
New campaign recognizes relationship vendor has with HMEs in helping improve patients’ healthcare and quality of life.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 13, 2016
VirtuteRN will provide a cloud-based system designed to help providers diversify their payer mix.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 13, 2016
AAHomecare will honor O.E. Meyer vice president as first recipient of new award at Standup for Homecare, during Medtrade.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 13, 2016
Panel of provider judges recognizes 15 new products across categories ranging from respiratory to retail.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 13, 2016
Four women selected from 37 candidates for inaugural award program; winner to be announced Nov. 1 at Medtrade.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 13, 2016