Effort aims to track how suppliers’ costs have changed during events such as COVID-19, which is important given that DMEPOS rates are essentially frozen at 2016 levels. Deadline is Feb. 5.
Acquisition helps Hart expand coverage in Michigan, while leveraging additional scale to benefit its partners, referrals and customers
Or maybe forget. To be sure, the year everybody loves to hate has made some lasting impacts on the HME industry.
- By David Kopf
- Dec 17, 2020
Focusing on data, this edition of VGM’s HME Playbook examines key tools and methods providers can use to leverage their businesses’ data.
- By David Kopf
- Dec 10, 2020
Podcast
The New Year brings an accreditation renewal cycle and some providers might be considering a switch. What do they need to be thinking about, what does the process look like, and does COVID-19 impact their decision-making?
- By David Kopf
- Dec 03, 2020
A shrewd business leader and HME pioneer, ‘Mal’ Mixon’s life was marked by tireless industry advocacy efforts and dedication to the ideal of ‘making life’s experiences possible.’
- By David Kopf
- Dec 01, 2020
VGM’s Mike Mallaro confers award to MedCare Equipment CEO in a special virtual ceremony.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 22, 2020
Oct. 29 online event gives participants the opportunity to catch-up while driving support for the ITEM coalition.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 15, 2020
Annual Advisory Board Roundtable
Legal expert Jeffery Baird discusses how the Public Health Emergency has already changed the legal landscape, and what else might be in store for HME providers.
- By Jeffrey S. Baird
- Oct 08, 2020
HME industry mergers and acquisitions firm Vertess touts closing four industry transactions during Q2 and Q3.
- By David Kopf
- Sep 24, 2020
To ensure providers maintain accreditation, Medicare has allowed virtual accreditation surveys during the COVID-19 public health emergency. What do you need to know about this process?
- By Kris Kris Ravotti RRT, RCP
- Sep 08, 2020
Continuing education is a crucial care requirement and business differentiator for today's HME/DME providers. How can HME business owners and managers better manage their staff's education?
- By Mike McKillip
- Sep 08, 2020
Nervous about your upcoming Medicare accreditation site survey? Don't be. Your AO's surveyor is just as invested in your success as you are. So what goes into a positive survey?
- By Timothy Safley
- Sep 08, 2020
Presenters have until Sept. 18 to submit presentations for the event, which is slated for April 12-14, 2021 in Phoenix, Ariz.
- By David Kopf
- Sep 03, 2020
The winner from the four finalists will be announced during a special virtual ceremony on Oct. 22.
- By David Kopf
- Sep 03, 2020
New survey from AHCA and NCAL shows nursing homes might be getting aid but are directing their spending to PPE and staff due to COVID-19.
- By David Kopf
- Aug 20, 2020
The company pairs a new service line with the hire of a new VP of Business Development and Pharmacy Reimbursement Manager.
- By David Kopf
- Aug 06, 2020
Research effort shows telehealth use has skyrocketed more than 12,000% from before the public health emergency to the end of April, and Medicare Advantage is seeing a lot of that growth.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 30, 2020
The fifth annual edition of VGM’s awards program recognizing women who have made significant contributions to the industry is taking nominations until Aug. 14.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 16, 2020
Supporting consumer credit plays a key role in retail sales. What do providers need to know to support healthcare-specific credit cards — and reap the benefits?
- By David Kopf
- Jul 07, 2020