Products & Technology
- By David Kopf
- Sep 01, 2014
Products & Technology
In many ways, inventory and supply chains function as a lynch pin in the success of HME businesses. Providers must be able to get equipment and resupply items to patients quickly, while minimizing their inventory footprint. It's not an easy balance to strike. However, new approaches to the HME supply chain are helping them accomplish that.
- By David Kopf
- Sep 01, 2014
Products & Technology
Inventory typically represents the top overhead item for providers. In a cost-conscious reimbursement environment, HME providers have needed to develop smart inventory management and purchasing strategies to cope. HMEB looks at some of the techniques and tools they are using to contend with a constantly changing environment.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 01, 2014
Provider Strategy
Once a tool of large, deep-pocketed corporations, business analytics have grown simplified and affordable, helping HME business owners make sense of mountains of data in order to find ways to overcome funding challenges and uncover pathways toward growth.
- By Gregg Timmons
- Dec 19, 2013
Provider Strategy
New "nondiscrimination" rules included in competitive bidding will force providers to streamline their 'product fleet if they want to ensure they can attain optimal profitability.
- By Brian LaDuke
- Aug 01, 2013
Problem Solvers
Leveraging GPS throughout company operations.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Dec 01, 2011
HMEs must find ways that they can increase efficiency for their delivery operations. Fortunately, there are a couple key technologicalsolutions at hand that can help them.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2011
Business Solutions
As CMS slashes its way through Medicare funding of DME, providers must prioritize cost-cutting. Their largest cost center? Inventory. By automating inventory management, providers can take advantage of newfound efficiencies and increased control in order to drive money back to their bottom lines. Story includes a round-up of various HME software offerings’ inventory management features.
- By David Kopf
- Sep 01, 2010
Editor's Note
Take the oath, and do yourself and the industry a big favor.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 16, 2010
Funding Fundamentals
Evaluating provider profit margins while continuing to put patients’ needs first.
- By Megan Kutch
- Nov 01, 2009
Products & Technology
As providers strive for increased efficiencies in order to cut
costs while still offering high levels of client care, technology
is becoming an increasingly important asset. One tool that is
gaining favor both in the field and in the back office is the
hand-held computer. Learn how these devices can boost
service and accuracy.
- By David Kopf
- Nov 01, 2009
Funding Focus
New implementation of a program using Recovery Audit Contractors may prove burdensome and costly for providers.
- By Kelly Riley
- Nov 01, 2009
Many providers are considering document imaging systems to save employees volumes of time, ensure accurate record keeping, and protect patient privacy. Here are some items to consider if you wish to implement a document imaging system.
New report says LOS Management offers one of the best opportunities to boost provider profitability.
How HME providers can optimize inventory operations through technology.
- By David Kopf
- Apr 01, 2009