Memorial Hermann Health System, DASCO Form Partnership to Expand HME Services

HOUSTON—Memorial Hermann Health System and DASCO Home Medical Equipment have formed a joint venture to operate and expand Memorial Hermann’s existing home medical equipment business. The new company, DASCO | Memorial Hermann Home Medical Equipment, combines Memorial Hermann’s clinical leadership and focus on personalized care with DASCO’s operational experience in durable medical equipment (DME).

Through the joint venture, DASCO will lead day-to-day operations as the managing partner, working closely with Memorial Hermann’s clinical and operational teams. The companies said the partnership is designed to strengthen coordination between hospital care teams and home medical equipment services, support patient transitions from hospital to home and further expand service throughout greater Houston, Texas.

“Care does not end when a patient leaves the hospital,” said Teal Holden, senior vice president of ambulatory services, post-acute care and community health for Memorial Hermann Health System. “This joint venture expands upon the strong home medical equipment program Memorial Hermann has already established while adding the specialized resources needed to enhance access, coordination and service for the communities we serve.”

Memorial Hermann’s home medical equipment program already provides a broad range of respiratory and homecare products, including oxygen therapy, mobility aids, hospital beds and other equipment to help patients transition home. The joint venture builds on that existing foundation with DASCO’s technology, centralized support, payer expertise and operating processes.

“Memorial Hermann has built a strong program with a team that understands the needs of patients and clinicians across greater Houston,” said Jason Seeley, CEO of DASCO Home Medical Equipment. “Our role is to enhance the program through additional resources, advanced technology and specialized DME expertise to deliver a more connected experience from the hospital to the home.”

Patients will continue to receive personalized guidance in selecting equipment that meets their clinical needs, along with education and ongoing support.