Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation (HQAA)
DMEPOS Accreditation
Gain access to full-line and limited DMEPOS accreditation options
- Web-based process is intuitive and individualized, with each customer is assigned an
accreditation
coach to ensure that no one walks through the process alone.
- Limited DMEPOS and full-line DMEPOS accreditation tailored
specifically to client needs.
- Customers provided with tools to ensure that they stay informed about changes in
requirements.
Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC)
Home Infusion Therapy Program
Ahead of reimbursement changes, ACHC launches home infusion therapy program
As home infusion therapy
providers must be accredited
by a CMS-approved
organization by Jan. 1, 2021
in order to receive Medicare
reimbursement, the
Accreditation Commission
for Health Care has launched a new accreditation
program for suppliers. The commission will assist
providers with education, assessment, medication
review and development of the plan of care provided
by healthcare professionals during a home visit.
ShowerTravel
WheelAble
Portable shower chair designed for life on the go
SolutionBased Industries has introduced
the “WheelAble,” a commode/shower chair
combination specially designed for travel. This
folding chair stows away in a convenient carry
case and weighs in at 25 pounds. Constructed
of waterproof materials, the chair opens up in
three easy steps and has foldable armrests.
For safety, the hand brakes allow it to lock
in place like a regular wheelchair. Additional
accessories include an attachable commode
bucket and a padded overlay.
Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC)
Mail-Order Pharmacies Program
Mail-order pharmacies can gain accreditation through new program
Responding to a growing
trend in the pharmacy
industry, the Accreditation
Commission for Health
Care has introduced a new
accreditation service for
mail-order pharmacies. The
program helps organizations
address standards concerning pharmacy licensure,
patient records, shipping methodology and more
before earning recognition for their quality control
systems. In addition, the accreditation will also help
pharmacies meet the requirements of payers.
GF Health Products
Lumiscope Advanced Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor
Blood pressure monitor comes equipped with movement detection, LCD monitor
Coming back with an updated look, GF Health Products has restocked its Lumiscope Advanced Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor. The package includes a monitor, a universal cuff that can fit arm sizes between 8.66 and 17.32 inches, an AC adapter, four AA batteries, a soft carry pouch and an instruction manual. Up to four users can save 99 sets of memory each, which can be accessed via a large, easy-to-read LCD screen. The product has several capabilities, including irregular pulse detection, pulse pressure indication and movement detection. Customers will receive a one-year limited warranty with their purchase.
BackEmbrace LLC
BackEmbrace
Posture support helps prevent hunching and relieves strain
The BackEmbrace a posture support helps wearers stand in
alignment with their shoulders back to relieve tension and
strain in my upper back, neck, and shoulders. When worn,
the BackEmbrace gently pulls shoulders back to encourage
proper posture. The split-strap system offers varying levels
of support and is adjustable for a custom fit.
Sigvaris Inc.
EVERSHEER
EVERSHEER combines fashion and compression
Compression hosiery does not typically go well with
business or formal dress. EVERSHEER, however, offers
medical graduated compression hosiery that is both fashionable
and comfortable. EVERSHEER comes in seven
different colors: Dark Navy, Natural, Sun Tan, Café, Mocha,
Nightshade and Black. New colors Toasted Almond and
Warm Sand will be available in September. This hosiery
is ideally suited for pre- and post- vein treatment with
minimal edema patients who prefer fashionable options.
Principle Business Enterprise
OverNight Disposable Absorbent Underwear
Absorbent underwear helps deliver an uninterrupted night’s sleep
Tranquility Premium OverNight Disposable Absorbent Underwear is designed to provide
extended wear time and to hold up to 1 quart
of fluid overnight. Its peach core keeps skin dry,
reduces odor and neutralized urine pH, and the
pull-on style with easy tear-away side panels
provides easy and clean removal. It is available in
sizes from XS to 2XL.
Universal Software Solutions, Inc.
HDMS Pharmacy
Billing software provides both professional and NCPCP claims
With the release of its HDMS Pharmacy software,
Universal Software Solutions aims to help
providers of TPN, IV therapy, home infusion
therapy and compound and standard prescription
drugs efficiently process prescriptions. The software
bills both professional claims and NCPCP
claims so that pharmacy providers who also
supply equipment are able to create one order for all goods and services that are
purchased. In addition, the program receives and processes electronic prescriptions
via the SureScripts integration, allowing the workflow to continue uninterrupted.
Compounds created with its TPN Calculator can be sent to any Baxter
machine, and the software also creates an auto-generated ASAP compliance
controlled substance report for efficient regulatory compliance.
SHOWER SHIRT Co. LLC
The Shower Shirt
Water-resistant garment protects post-surgery patients
- Protects patients with post-surgical drains,
tubes, dialysis catheters and medi-ports
from water while showering.
- Originally created for post-mastectomy
patients so that they could bathe safely and
reduce stress and anxiety.
- Helps reduce the risk of infection by keeping
water away from the surgical paraphernalia
sutured into the patient’s skin.