ATLANTA (September 29, 2015)—It’s only four weeks until the nation’s premiere HME event kicks off at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Hundreds of exhibitors and industry experts are making their plans for the Oct 26-29 show, and there is still time to register and save money over day-of-the-show rates.

Despite the threat of a competitive bidding rural rollout next year, unity continues to build in 2015. Much of that cohesiveness has been sparked by a reinvigorated AAHomecare, member service organizations, and state associations that are seeing an uptick in participation.

Medtrade is the natural focal point for an industry that is poised to fight back and make its value known to the healthcare community. "It's time for unity,” enthused John Gallagher, vice president, Government Relations, VGM & Associates. “It's time to rally around Medtrade as an antidote to challenging times.”

Click here to register for Medtrade and save over day-of-the-show rates.

For those still pondering attendance, Medtrade is a three-pronged trade show with educational sessions, a huge show floor with hundreds of exhibitors, and networking events where attendees collect valuable knowledge. For example, the Audit Happy Hour costs only $30, which includes an open bar and experts who are ready and willing to answer questions. 

Networking events include:
The Audit "Happy" Hour—New for Medtrade
Sponsored by: ACU-Serve; the van Halem Group; and Pride Mobility
Oct 26 • 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
There’s not much happiness when it comes to audits—unless you’re figuring out how to navigate them. The networking reception that made its debut at Medtrade Spring is back. It was standing room only in Las Vegas, with people staying well beyond the allotted hour. So grab a glass of wine or beer (audits do drive us to drink, right?!), and meet with audit experts at this unique Q&A and networking opportunity.
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HME Breakfast Club—New for Medtrade
Oct 29 • 9:00 am–10:30 am
Medtrade is excited to announce a new conference experience—the HME Breakfast Club! A great way to start your day, get inspired, and meet other like-minded HME professionals—the HBC is the perfect opportunity for those of you who are eager to tackle the changing HME landscape with a positive attitude and collaborative spirit. Your ticket includes breakfast, time to chat with other like-minded HME professionals, and a keynote speaker. Learn more about our speaker, Mandy Chia, and her unique perspective on “Romancing Your Customers.”

AAHomecare’s Stand Up for Homecare Fundraiser Reception
Oct 27 • 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
The Stand Up for Homecare reception is the premiere networking event for the HME community, and raises funds that help to build mutually supportive relationships with HME consumer/patient groups.