The association will recognize Spectrum Medical’s Steve Ackerman as the 2021 Van Miller Homecare Champion Award for his HME advocacy work.
The latest guide from VGM division offers direction on starting a diabetes care program and how providers can develop their program.
After missing out on an in-person event in 2020, next week’s event returns to Atlanta with some new features as well as familiar favorites.
- By David Kopf
- Oct 14, 2021
The Congressional sign-on letter calls for CMS and HHS leadership to finally release the pending DME rule, which broadly impacts reimbursement.
The 2021 edition of the VGM award program is open to women who have contributed to their companies, communities and the HME industry.
AAHomecare and state association leaders will hold multiple roundtable discussions on each state’s HME initiatives next week at Medtrade.
Observation Deck
Several factors have slowed DME’s adoption of e-prescription, but a new coalition has kicked things into high gear.
Ki Mobility co-founder Doug Munsey will head the seating and mobility sales team for North America. Statement from both companies says ‘it is business as usual’ for customers.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Oct 07, 2021
Experienced healthcare manufacturing and distribution executive Tom Pontzius will help lead the maker of sleep, oxygen and disinfection products.
The fourth quarterly edition of VGM’s playbook series for 2021 gives members of the HME organization a collection of best practices, guidance and insights into sales and marketing.
The Nashville-based facility will manufacture Magic Mobility wheelchairs, as well as distribute its Leckey and QUICKIE wheelchairs throughout North America.
Podcast
Covid-19 and the increased emphasis on infection control have made this fundamental business process all the more critical. What goes into effective, optimized equipment management?
- By David Kopf
- Oct 07, 2021
House sign-on letter urges CMS to fund seat elevation and standing systems for CRT patients. NCART and ITEM Coalition worked with CRT stakeholders to secure Congressional backers.
This year’s provider-judged competition yielded 15 winners from a large volume of entries, with fierce competition between multiple entries in some key HME product and service categories.
- By Susan May
- Oct 07, 2021
AAHomecare’s first-ever virtual version of the event involved 140 HME advocates who met with more than 220 Congressional offices on various industry issues, with insufficient Medicare rates that don’t match providers’ costs topping the list.
CMS is finalizing changes to two separate, but medically related NCDs that should expand access to the use of home oxygen to treat Cluster Headache.
Orthotic Prosthetic Group of America selects Ashlie White for her career contributions to patients, her community and the O&P profession.
Providers can apply for Phase 4 General Distribution and American Rescue Plan (ARP) Rural payments. HRSA has provided various resources and is hosting technical assistance webinars.
Gruskin’s duties expanded to include oversight of BOC’s internal systems and external vendor relationships, as well as management of the accrediting organization’s operations staff.
New system for scheduling meetings at the show accompanies the return of Medtrade’s Power Lunches, as well as new mask requirements for the event.
Product Spotlight
Proactive designed its upright walker to be an affordable alternative to standard walkers for seniors who want to stay upright and comfortable while walking.
- By David Kopf
- Sep 30, 2021
Podcast
You’ve heard of outsourcing, but have you heard of insourcing? Todd Usher of Tactical Back Office explains his company’s unique solution for solving providers’ HR woes.
- By David Kopf
- Sep 30, 2021
When a site surveyor finds an accreditation deficiency, it's not the end, but rather a means to the end of improving your HME business's quality. Here are 10 deficiencies to keep in mind.
- By Jackie King
- Sep 29, 2021
Medical technology business picks up the maker of high-frequency chest wall oscillation systems from parent company International Biophysics Corp.
Former CMS Administrator brings her public healthcare policy experience to software company’s board of directors.