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GAO Investigation: CMS Provided Insufficient Audit Oversight

Agency created a situation that quickly spiraled out of control; industry pushes AIR Act.

EZ Access Launches New Site

Enhanced online offering includes new tools to help customers determine which ramp is right for them.

Editor's Note

The ROI of DIY

Providers risk what economists call the "opportunity cost" by trying to exert hand-son control of every aspect of their business. Like many companies they will need to focus on their core missions will learning to off-load other aspects of what they do.

Observation Deck

CMS + HME (should) = Collegiality

Somewhere dissent and bickering with CMS became the order of the day and it has cost our industry dearly. It is time for a change. Policy administrators and the HME industry need to act as colleagues.

Problem Solvers

Out-of-Pocket Oxygen

Some providers might find it hard to believe, but there is a growing retail respiratory equipment market. How is it expanding and how can providers tap into it?

Back to Atlanta

Medtrade returns to The Big Peach this October to serve up its blend of education and expo. We review what's in store in terms of the conference, pre-show and networking opportunities.

Product Solutions

Sports Therapy/Rehab

As HME providers well know, the name of the game is revenue diversification. The key is to find related markets that let providers leverage their existing product expertise. One such opportunity in that regard is sports therapy/rehab. We take a look at some of the latest offerings on the market.

diversify revenue and funding sources

Business Solutions

Casting a Wider Net

As providers broaden their sources of reimbursement and revenue, they face a learning curve in terms of how they are going to create and disseminate marketing messages that will resonate with these disparate sets of clients. One-size marketing does not fi t, and providers need help. Fortunately, DME manufacturers offer an array of marketing support services that lend a hand.

HME supply chain

Products & Technology

Links to Success

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.

Products & Technology

The Inventory Balancing Act



Convaid Donates Wheelchair to Dream Foundation

Chair will help 24-year-old Rett syndrome patient enjoy activities such as shopping and park outings with her mother.

CMS Owns up to Repair Problems

Agency instructs DME MACs to only review necessity of repairs, not original equipment when determining payment.

Sunrise Inks Deal with US Rehab, VGM Group

Mobility manufacturer and member service organization sign multi-year marketing and product supply agreement.

MED Group Slates Fly-in

Sept. 9-10 lobbying effort will support audit reform, binding bids bill.

Invacare Announces Restructuring Plan

DME maker saves move to drive cash flow should save $14M-$15M.

ResMed Launches Connected Care Platform

Sleep treatment system aims to promote data-driven approach to care.

AAHomecare: “Keep the Pressure on”

Industry urges providers to lobby hard on behalf of bidding, audit bills during congressional recess.

Baird Presenting ‘Competitive Bidding Survival’ Webinar

As Round Two re-bid approaches, Aug. 20 webinar shows non-contract providers how they can still do business.

Dr. Comfort ‘Steps Out’ to Stop Diabetes

Footwear maker commits to raise $100K for American Diabetes Association campaign.

Audit, Binding Bids Bills Continue Momentum

Industry legislative efforts pick up more co-sponsors as industry intensifies lobbying during recess.

Video: Brightree’s Cormack Shares Technology, Health Perspectives

HME technology CEO provides insights on post-acute health market with Atlanta NBC affiliate.

CMS Approves Compliance Team as AO for Rural Health Clinics

Accrediting organization also approved by Fla. to accredit HME providers in that state.

CMS Slates PMD Prior Authorization Call

Open Door Forum will answer questions regarding power mobility device prior authorization demonstration.

AAHomecare Board Adds Brightree CEO

Cormack to bring his IT expertise to collaborative group with varied industry backgrounds.

Griffin Sports Health & Wellness Launches Site

New division of N.C. provider highlights its expertise in braces, pain management, rehabilitative and exercise equipment.

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