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Aug. 27 Bid Smart Summit Registration Still Open

Time is running out to sign up for the conference, which aims to get providers up to speed three weeks before Round 2021’s bid window closes.

Universal Expanding Its Headquarters

HME software company has outgrown its current space and has launched construction of a new building at the same location.

Wheels UP! Accessible Travel Photo Contest Open Until Aug. 16

The contest asks people who use wheelchairs to submit photos of themselves enjoying accessible vacation spots, outdoors programs and other activities.

Video: Using the Purify O3 to Clean PAP Devices on the Go

Responsive Respiratory video shows users, providers how to clean PAP equipment with Purify O3 CPAP/BiPAP Sanitizer.

AAHomecare Offers More Proposed Rule Insights

In addition to last week’s details on CMS’s proposed ESRD/DMEPOS rule, association gives details on proposed adjustments to face-to-face criteria and changes of ownership timeline.

ATHOMES Begins Registration for Fall Conference

The ATHOMES fall conference will feature sessions by industry experts, exhibit time and networking opportunities.

Medtrade Now Offering Early Rates

The special rates offer significant discounts on both conference and expo passes, as well as special registration add-ons.

HMEB New Product Awards Now Accepting Entries

HME Business is now accepting entries for its sixth annual New Product of the Year competition; deadline Sept. 6.

CMS Suggest Gap-Filling Changes in Proposed Rule

Recently unveiled 2020 ESRD/DMEPOS Proposed Rule includes various changes to how reimbursement rates are set.

Podcast: A New Opportunity for Sleep Providers

Positional sleep apnea patients represent a sizable population, and a new device can help sleep providers better serve those patients and tap into new revenues in the process.



AZ MediQuip Expands Management Team

Two key managers are put into new roles that will help the company launch its next growth phase.

O2 Advocates Press for Bid Exemption of Non-Invasive Vents

AAHomecare to meet with CMS, lawmakers next week on the issue; releases white paper on the issue.

Pure Ratios Expands Reach with Driven Deliveries

CBD product maker teams up with cannabis delivery company to make its products available to patients across California.

HME Groups: Congressional Recess Ideal Time to Advance Industry Issues

AAHomecare and VGM Government relations are providing online resources to help facilitate the advocacy.

3B Medical and MedGroup Partner Up

The deal makes 3B Medical’s Sleep and Respiratory Products Available to members of both MHA and The MED Group.

Viral Video Sensation Gets Quantum Chair with iLevel

Power Chair users of ‘Back it up, Terry’ fame gets a new chair thanks to a donation from Quantum Rehab and Team Adapative.

Rehab Medical Ranked Indiana’s 12th Fastest Growing Company

A combination of organic growth and strategic buys and mergers have helped the CRT provider gain momentum.

AAHomecare Starting a Payer Relations Council

Association also approaching completion of state-level legislation and regulatory toolkit to help industry advocates.

AAHomecare Works to Expand Association

Effort includes new branding, marketing, and recruitment efforts designed to increase membership.

National CRT Awareness Week Slated for Aug. 19-23

Taking advantage of Congressional recess, NCART and other CRT stakeholders aim to advance awareness, legislation in lawmakers’ districts.

Latest Podcast Episode: Some Big Changes at HMEB

In episode 011, longtime HMEB publisher and veteran of both the HME industry and business-to-business media Karen Cavallo announces she will retire and announces her successor.

NEMEP Annual Meeting Registration Now Open

Two-day event in September features multiple conference sessions and exhibit hall, as well reception. Registration open to members and non-members.

Manual CRT Protections Gain Momentum

Energy & Commerce Committee's approval for H.R. 2328 clear way for CRT provisions to be considered by the full House.

CBIC Releases Round 2021 Scoring Details

New fact sheet outlines CMS’s methodology for computing its financial rating for providers participating in competitive bidding.

Round 2021 Bid Window Opens

Providers wishing to compete have until Sept. 18; CMS, CBIC, industry organizations continue to emphasize their educational resources to help providers prepare their bids.

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