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CMS Announces 5% DMEPOS Fee Schedule Increase

The rates for the calendar year 2022 are higher than past years, reflecting increases in the consumer price index.

NCART Calls for Permanent Telehealth Option

A new position paper from the organization calls on Congress to ‘make permanent’ the allowances CMS implemented for telehealth evals for CRT during COVID-19.

Applied Launches FDA Drug Reporting Service

The new drug reporting service helps transfillers meet the new FDA requirement to report the amount of medical oxygen filled and released to patients annually.

Medtrade West Makes SmartSaver Rates Available

The rates are in effect through Dec. 10 and are the lowest rates available for the conference and expo running April 4-6 in Phoenix.

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Unveils Lightweight Bariatric Homecare Beds

Aiming to be easier to transport, the new beds feature a frame that provides the same durability but is up to 100 lb. lighter than current bariatric beds

ADMEA Annual Meeting & Convention to See New Schedule

Alabama HME association gears up for its yearly event, which runs Jan. 11-12, 2022 in Hoover, Ala.

VGM Announces HME Woman of the Year Finalists

Four HME leaders were selected for making make a difference in the industry. The winner will be announced Dec. 16

Drive DeVilbiss Puts Assembly Instructions on BILT

HME maker partners with BILT to provide an online 3D walkthrough with audible step-by-step explanations for the assembly of Drive DeVilbiss products.

Sunrise Unveils Transportable Tilt Wheelchair

The ZIPPIE Sphynx expands Sunrise’s pediatric mobility line to help families that are always on the go.

Major HME Companies Maximize Their AAHomecare Support

Eleven large providers and vendors have expanded their membership and financial support of the industry association by joining its new Diamond corporate partner class.



VGM Call for Heartland Speakers Now Open

Organizers are looking for presenters to offer their expertise on a broad range of HME topics for the event, which runs June 13-15 in Waterloo, Iowa.

Medtrade Turns Attention to Phoenix

Medtrade West, which will run April 4-6, 2022 at the Phoenix, Ariz. Convention Center with the return to the springtime slot bringing cooler temperatures for the event.

CCS Medical Joins AAHomecare as Corporate Partner

National provider of home-delivered HME and supplies has come on board to back the industry association’s efforts to ensure patients have continued access to medical supplies.

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Debuts Personal Care Products

The two products include a digital heating pad with six heat and time settings and a dining scarf that helps patients cook and dine with dignity.

CMS Vaccine Mandate Doesn’t Include DME Suppliers

Interim final rule on COVID-19 vaccination requirements for staff at Medicare and Medicaid-certified facilities does not include DME suppliers in its list.

Supreme Medical Fulfillment joins AAHomecare

Noting that ‘we’re all in this together,’ VP Colston Mason of the Southeast distributor says his company aims to help move payment reform advocacy forward.

NEMEP Gears Up for Fall Virtual Education Week

The online-only event for Northeast providers includes educational sessions and a virtual happy hour running next week.

EW Opens Focus Conference 2022 Registration

The annual educational event for providers of women’s health products and services will run Feb. 5-7 in Clearwater Beach, Fla. Nominations open for Ruth Addison Award of Excellence.

Drive DeVilbiss Unveils Delta Pro Homecare Bed

The Delta Pro Homecare Bed features a universal bed frame that works with interchangeable components and motor options to create six unique bed configurations.

HEMCO Releases Pharmacy Balance Enclosure

Enclosure for critical procedures involving powders and liquids comes in multiple widths to accommodate small processes at pharmacies.

Medtrade East Wraps Its Return to an In-Person Event

This week marks the return to an in-person format for the annual industry expo and conference and attendees and exhibitors react. Plus: Video interview with Associate Show Director York Schwab.

AAHomecare Honors Ackerman

Photos video of association’s Tom Ryan recognizing Spectrum Medical’s Steve Ackerman as the 2021 Van Miller Homecare Champion Award at this week’s Standup for Homecare.

DME Rule Sent to OMB for Final Review

After a Congressional sign-on letter urged CMS and HHS leadership to release the pending DME rule, the agencies have moved the rule to the last stage of regulatory review.

AAHomecare to Honor Ackerman During Medtrade

The association will recognize Spectrum Medical’s Steve Ackerman as the 2021 Van Miller Homecare Champion Award for his HME advocacy work.

VGM Wound Care Releases Diabetic Program Guide

The latest guide from VGM division offers direction on starting a diabetes care program and how providers can develop their program.

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