National provider will accept even though its bids were significantly higher than new rates.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 22, 2010
Providers encouraged to fill Round One re-bid poll.
BOC effectively ‘retires’ formerly mandatory video practical examination in the certification process.
AMEPA calls CMS vetting process into question over Rotech finances.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 15, 2010
MSO will celebrate at Iowa state capitol and Waterloo Bucks game.
Event to be held March 16-17 at Westin Washington, D.C. City Center.
Recess appointment for Harvard Prof nixes potential rocky Senate confirmation process.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 08, 2010
AAHomecare presses CMS for PECOS delay as CMS continues to offer vague ‘clarifications.’
- By David Kopf
- Jul 08, 2010
Observation Deck
CMS is defining diabetic testing supplies delivered by any means other than retail sales as mail order., and is demanding winning bidders of diabetic testing supplies carry at least 50 percent of the brands available on the market today. Large retail pharmacies are not bound by any such rules.
- By David Krause
- Jul 07, 2010
Bid amounts slash reimbursement by an average of 32 percent for some DME.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
NAIMES calls on providers to copy letter and send to lawmakers.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
July 6 approaches with no clarification from CMS regarding audits, retroactive claims denials.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Round One re-bid winners receiving emails to say contract offers are coming via Federal Express.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Diabetic Supplies:
Even when kids develop the sorts of self-discipline and good habits that will help them manage their diabetes and comply with their treatment programs, there is another distraction that trumps all others: the need to fit in. How can providers help?
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Software:
To control inventory, a provider must strike balance between ensuring that money is not being tied up in DME that is not moving, versus ensuring that the right types and amounts of in-demand DME stay on the shelves. Fortunately, HME software and related technologies can help can help accomplish that balancing ac
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
POCs:
POCs provide HMEs with a tremendous opportunity to offer travel expertise to patients, both capturing a niche market and becoming an even more trusted advisor. By helping patients travel and enjoy life, providers gain a top-selling point to sway oxygen patients to POCs while winning patients for life.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Jul 01, 2010
Bariatrics:
The main differences between beds for bariatric patients and non-bariatric patients are the bed’s size and weight capacity. Picking the proper bed for a bariatric patient can be a lengthy undertaking since there are many areas to consider.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Jul 01, 2010
Compression:
The number of potential compression clients is substantial. So how do providers crack into this important service opportunity?
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
MSOs:
One key benefit that MSOs offer beyond the advantages of participating in a buying group or having access to educational opportunities is the ability to network with other HME providers and share best practices.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Accreditation:
While the accreditation scramble of summer 2009 is ancient history at this point, there are many providers still seeking to reapply for CMS accreditation. Why is that, and how do providers approach reapplying for accreditation?
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Cash Sales:
While many providers might operate a cash sales business, they might need to ramp up their retail operations in order to ensure it is a dependable cash-flow contributor. Here are some solid ways to help build momentum in your retail sales.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
CPM Machines:
The funding for CPMs is still very respectable, and there are still ways to build thriving CPM businesses. The key to succeeding in providing CPMs comes down to building relationships with the right referral partners
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Compression:
Compression treatments are used to provide long-term maintenance for a wide variety of people, from homecare patients to everyday people, but lymphedema patients differ from other compression garment wearers in key ways.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Jul 01, 2010
Editor's Note
The Hands-Free HME initiative’s goal is twofold: help HME providers, manufacturers and related service suppliers increase road safety, and also raise the homecare industry’s profile through promoting safe driving.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 01, 2010
Mattresses:
The type of sleeping surface people use can affect every aspect of their life, including rest, pain and skin integrity.When addressing patients who are on a bed even longer, the effect of sleep surfaces on overall health and wellbeing becomes even more profound.
- By Joseph Duffy
- Jul 01, 2010