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AAHomecare to Study Outcomes of Noninvasive Ventilation
Legislation Looking to Improve MA Prior-Authorization Process Could Be Big Win for HME Industry
Medicare Advantage plans are known for their copious use of the prior authorizations.
A group of bipartisan lawmakers last week … [Read more...]
Representatives Send Non-Invasive Ventilators Letter to CMS Administrator
The letter discusses Medicare Advantage plans denying NIV access to qualifying beneficiaries.
Eleven members of Congress have sent a letter to … [Read more...]
AAHomecare: PWC Electronics Clarification a ‘Step in the Right Direction’
The association suggested the DME MAC clarification could be used to educate Medicare Advantage plans.
Last week’s DME MAC clarification on billing power … [Read more...]
AAHomecare: Medicare Advantage Plans Should Demonstrate Access to Care, Patient Choice
The American Association for Homecare sent comments to CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure.
Medicare Advantage (MA) plans should be required … [Read more...]
Briefly: NYT Story Questions MAP Prior Authorizations; Younger Workers Concerned About Medicare Sustainability
Featuring the New York Times and eHealth.
New York Times: MAPs’ Prior Authorizations Are … [Read more...]
6 Key Quotes from HME Executives That Capture Market Trends
Executives shared their comments during recent earnings calls and industry meetings.
The home medical equipment (HME) market is … [Read more...]
Report: Medicare Advantage Plans Drain Medicare Trust Fund Without Improving Care
The report was written by the Center for Economic and Policy Research.
A new report from the Center for Economic and … [Read more...]
Commentary: Medicare Advantage Marketing Puts Seniors at a DISAdvantage
Celebrities and gimmicky offers: Welcome to open enrollment season.
On any given weekday, my work phone line receives … [Read more...]
CMS Releases Star Ratings for 2024 Medicare Advantage & Part D
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services said the ratings help consumers compare plans.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services … [Read more...]