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e-Source Takes Holiday Break

HME Business presses pause on the online newsletter service, which will re-start January 5.

Home Infusion Stakeholders Push S. 1738

Already receiving House approval, legislation would create a transitional pay structure to ensure Medicare continues adequate funding for home infusion services.

GF Health Products Acquires Intensa, Inc.

Purchase of Medical and laboratory Furniture maker includes addition of 40,000 square-foot manufacturing facility.

Dobson Study an Important Lobbying Tool

Study of Medicare's negative impact on beneficiaries should play a key role in current industry lobbying efforts.

CMS Release First CURES-Related Medicaid Update

A State Operational Technical Advisory call discussed tool for comparing Medicare and Medicaid rates and explained reporting process.

Lisa Wells Appointed to Spina Bifida Association’s Board

Cure Medical marketing VP has been a long-time supporter of the group.

Dec. 15 Last Day for Substantial Medtrade Spring Discount

Friday is the last day to take advantage of especially low registration rate for the 2018 edition of the spring conference and expo.

Observation Deck

DEHP and Urinary Health Concerns

A plastic softener often used to make PVC more flexible, DEHP can pose health risks. Providers should understand the issues and know the options.

Calif. Provider Meets with Rep. Denham and CMS’s VERMA

Home Oxygen Company discusses industry challenges with lawmaker and CMS administrator.

Rehab Medical Revamps Its Website

Site redesign aims to help patients through insurance process as it relates to complex rehab.



Karen Drexler Elected to ResMed’s Board of Directors

Drexler brings experience serving with companies in the digital health, medical device and diagnostic markets.

Kids Mobility Network Surpasses $5 Million

Program has contributed both durable medical equipment and fitting and care from licensed professionals.

50 Cystic Fibrosis Patients to Receive Free AffloVests

High frequency chest wall oscillation devices will be distributed this month to help aid airway clearance.

VERTESS Welcomes Eric Hymes as Managing Director

Experienced DME professional will now help with mergers and acquisitions.

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Names Bob Gilligan as CEO

Thirty-year manufacturing veteran takes Chief Executive spot, Diamond assumes the role of Vice Chairman.

Advocates Move to Reinforce Legislative Relationships

AAHomecare, state associations, VGM, MED work to identify a primary and secondary contact for every member lawmaker.

Quantum’s Design Forums Seek Better Clinical Outcomes

Forums assembled various clinicians from across the nation to share ideas and discuss how to improve mobility technology.

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Business Solutions

Reaching Baby Boomers

The Baby Boom is not like previous generations of HME customers. How can providers ensure their products, marketing and sales efforts are connecting in the way that they should with this key market?

Product Solutions

Compression

There are a variety of offerings available for various compression needs. Here are some of the latest products on the market.

Problem Solvers

Mobility: Building on the Initial Sale

How can providers better understand retail power mobility accessory opportunities, and how can they expand their sales volume?

'Caretailing' Your Way into the Baby Boomer Marketing

Retail expert Rob Baumhover shares some insights into retail strategies for Boomers.

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Products & Technology

HMEB New Product Award 2017: Simply the Best

The winners of the 2017 HME Business New Product of the Year Awards embody the qualities that truly can make a difference in patients' lives and providers’ businesses. Here's your chance to learn more about them.

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Products & Technology

The Right Tools for the Job

Software continues to serve as providers' primary tool for tackling the multiplicity of marketplace, billing and regulatory challenges they face. Each year, HMEB surveys the various HME software systems to see what's new.

David Kopf

Editor's Note

Sticking to Strategy

Accomplishing strategic goals can sometimes feel impossible. I have a couple solutions.

Observation Deck

Living in the Micro-Moment

In an age all the answers at clients' fingertips, how do you ensure your HME business is 'in the moment' with today's consumer?

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