Observation Deck
The supply chain issues exposed by the Philips recall underscore the need for policies that fully recognize the importance of maintaining access to respiratory products.
CMS’s proposed changes to oxygen National Coverage Determination incorporate many recommendations made by AAHomecare.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 08, 2021
The app connects to CAIRE concentrators via patients’ smart devices, and its launch responds to the increased need and demand for telehealth solutions.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 08, 2021
Oxygen device maker celebrates the milestone with events that will run during the year, and donates to a school that also provides food and healthcare to its community.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2021
Documents for DME MAC Jurisdictions A and D provide direction on coverage and billing impacts for devices falling under the Philips PE-PUR foam recall.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 29, 2021
The company outlined instructions for patients and HME providers for recall related to the breakdown of noise abatement foam used in devices that could cause health risks and could possibly become toxic or carcinogenic.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 14, 2021
A unanimous vote approves legislation that prevents insurers, MCOs and other payers from capping reimbursement for ventilators.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 10, 2021
2021 HME Business Handbook: Respiratory
You are already taking the necessary steps to create a safe environment for your customers — marketing the steps you have taken will allow you to stand out from your competitors.
- By Laura Frederick
- Jun 01, 2021
2021 HME Business Handbook: Respiratory
With ongoing stress on the global supply chain and logistics, it's important for HME provides to re-assess the operations and costs associated with the equipment upkeep required to care for their oxygen patients.
- By Cassandra Gordon, Paul Hodge
- Jun 01, 2021
Legislation preventing insurers, MCOs and other payers from capping reimbursement for ventilators moves to Senate.
Acquisition of a significant portion of the Hudson RCI line of respiratory products from Teleflex will not only broaden Medline’s product portfolio but expand its manufacturing capabilities.
The purchase of the company, which specializes in emergency oxygen, marks a ‘logical next step’ in expanding OxyGo’s expertise
Mobile app that records coughs to help identify exacerbations and other disease activity in respiratory conditions such as asthma and COPD.
RoEzIt Dermal Care and CPAP Moisture Therapy are designed to help increase patient comfort and compliance with oxygen and sleep therapy.
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Besides adding $650 million in reimbursements for oxygen suppliers over the next 10 years, the recent win should pay other dividends industry advocates say.
The rugged, open-front cart is designed to save space and more easily move oxygen cylinders around providers’ facilities.
Starting April 1, the new rates don’t apply budget neutrality, resulting in an increase in reimbursement for oxygen products nationwide.
New offerings help respiratory providers and providers of custom mobility products demonstrate their commitment to care management and quality of life.
Every month for the next 6 months, 3B Medical will be giving away one free Aer X portable oxygen concentrator.