Despite uncertainty about coding and coverage changes that were anticipated at the time data was being collected for HomeCare's Mobility Survey, respondents
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Alzheimer's is a terrible disease. Cutting a neurological swath through the brain, it destroys memory and thinking, and leads, invariably, to death. But
CMS wants to know how providers feel about their Medicare contractors. The agency recently sent out a Medicare Contractor Provider Satisfaction Survey
Watch Out for Rubber Duckies After reading your article (Florida Mandatory Accreditation Bill Introduced, HomeCare Monday, Jan. 24), I felt compelled
Alexandria, Va. The American Association for Homecare has commissioned the Washington-based research firm Muse & Associates for a study on alternatives
Baltimore More pieces of Medicare's mobility benefit overhaul came out of the box last month when CMS released draft coverage criteria and a bevy of power
Baltimore Except for a few exceptions, CMS will no longer process paper claims as of July 5. According to a Change Request transmittal posted Jan. 14,
Networking opportunities, viewing the latest home health care products and gathering business improvement tips are just a few reasons home medical equipment
The 49 new codes for power wheelchairs and scooters break down as follows: Pediatric Power Wheelchairs- 12 codes Adult Power Operated Vehicles- 5 codes
Jefferson City, Mo. Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt's office has proposed a budget that calls for the elimination of adult DME and prosthetics coverage under
The consumer press these days is a hotbed for health information, from pharmaceutical advertising to the latest medical trends and technology. As a result,
Each code is required to include the following items on initial issue: Two batteries Battery charger single mode Automatic Parking Brake Anti-tippers
Are you ready to work on your marketing event calendar for coming months? With the appropriate planning and a strategy, there is business waiting to meet
Los Angeles A federal prosecutor has launched a new criminal unit dedicated to the prosecution of health care fraud, which she said is a growing problem
In today's patient aids market, looks can be everything. According to manufacturers of ADLs (aids to daily living), ambulatory aids and bath safety products,
Washington Citing skyrocketing health care costs, below par health outcomes and quality of care, the Government Accountability Office has called for a
A marketing rep for a large medical equipment supplier was telling me about an overly aggressive marketing campaign that raised significant concerns under
Atlanta By July 1, Georgia HME providers must employ certified personnel to supply custom rehab equipment under Medicaid. According to Georgia's latest
Leisure-Lift Passport Junior designed for tight spaces; 22 inches wide and 41.75 inches tall 300-pound capacity; 5-inch power-seat adjustment available
Baltimore Some HME providers could be dealing with a different Medicare carrier as CMS rolls out new contracts for DME claims processing. As mandated