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HomeCare staff Meg Herndon and Hannah Wolfson were joined by writers Kristin Easterling and Gail Short to tell these stories. Tamara Davie’s photo on page 32 was taken by Ursula Hope Photography.

  • Wheelchairs/Scooters

    May 2022—Scooters

    Omni Suspension for Luggie Scooters FREERIDER USA Omni suspension supports the vertical movement of the Luggie scooter’s front wheels and the horizontal motion of the scooter. It reduces vibration and increases stability, whether indoors or out. This advanced feature is available on the Luggie Elite Plus 3 and Luggie Super Plus 3. Visit freeriderusa.com. GB120 Buzzaround CarryOn Scooter GOLDEN TECHNOLOGIES The Buzzaround CarryOn fold-flat scooter features an infinitely adjustable tiller, full front and rear lighting, and a 300-pound weight capacity. The heaviest piece is 47.5 pounds. The CarryOn offers long-range coverage up to 18 miles with a lithium ion battery pack. An optional airline-friendly battery is sold separately. It disassembles into two pieces and is extremely easy to load into a car or SUV. Designed to take up...

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  • HME Products

    May 2022—New On the Market

    PottyCap BLANOR PRODUCTS The PottyCap is a hands-free, portable urinal aid for women to safely use when they cannot get to a bathroom or a commode chair. PottyCap is designed to give women urinal independence in all instances of daily living and can offer freedom, convenience and ease of use. The unique design allows women to urinate in a natural seated position while allowing fluid to flow into the detachable bottle collector. Visit pottycap.com. Aquatec Ergo Shower Commode Chairs CLARKE HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS The new Aquatec Ergo shower commode chair line has been designed with comfort, independence and dignity in mind. The seat plate design is based on the physical imprint left behind when seated. New seat overlays encourage a more upright and stable seated...

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  • HME Products

    April 2022-PERS & Home Monitoring

    CarePredict CAREPREDICT CarePredict is an artificial intelligence-powered predictive eldercare system that allows homecare agencies to extend their range of support services beyond scheduled services to on-demand services, ensure their clients’ well-being by gaining insights into their activities and behaviors, and entrench their agencies as the smart and connected go-to agency. Visit carepredict.com. RPM With Optional PERS CLEAR ARCH HEALTH By offering a unique combined platform with remote patient monitoring (RPM) and a personal emergency response system (PERS) integrated in the same base station, Clear Arch Health provides a simplified end-user experience. Clear Arch Health solutions engage patients and offer the flexibility to customize and scale your remote monitoring program to suit the health care needs of every patient without incurring extra costs or having to replace...

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  • HME Products

    April 2022-Wound Care

    HydroAire Air Fluidized Therapy Bed AURORA MANUFACTURING, LLC The HydroAire Air Fluidized Therapy Bed will allow your homecare company to take on the most difficult pressure wound patients and provide your referrals with outstanding wound outcomes. This bed has a HCPCS code of E0194 and a monthly billable amount from $3,400 to $3,900, depending on the state of service. Visit auroramfg.com. DermaBlue+ Foam DERMARITE DermaBlue+ Foam combines triple action antimicrobial protection with an advanced capillary action micro-pore foam that wicks exudate away from the wound and kills over 99% of bacteria, helping to disrupt the formation of biofilm and aiding in the healing of even the most challenging chronic wounds. DermaBlue+ Foam is easy to apply and is effective for up to three days. Visit...

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  • HME Products

    April 2022-New On the Market

    Bidet Toilet Lift—WL1 DIGNITY LIFTS Dignity Lifts learned some customers who needed a lift were already using a bidet and did not want to give it up. Customers kept asking if a bidet could be installed with the toilet lifts, but movement of the lift did not work with the plumbing of regular bidets. So Dignity Lifts developed the new Bidet Toilet Lift—WL1. The WL1 offers hygiene and convenience features that are unrivaled. From a warm seat to a blow dryer, the WL1 does it all. Visit dignitylifts.com. CPAP Sanitizer+ OXYGO The new OxyGo CPAP Sanitizer line doesn’t just clean CPAP masks and tubing—it can sanitize everyday items like phones, toothbrushes, keys, earpieces, remote controls, glasses and more. With a lightweight, sleek design and large...

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  • Accreditation

    Accreditation Services-March 2022

    Accreditation + ACCREDITATION COMMISSION FOR HEALTH CARE, INC. (ACHC) New offerings from ACHC focus on patient needs to maximize homecare options. The new Telehealth Certification program offers recognition for providers committed to strengthening connections with at-home patients. The company also recently introduced DMEPOS Distinctions in Clinical Respiratory Patient Management and Custom Mobility that recognize excellence in enhancing patient quality of life. Also offered is Palliative Care Accreditation, highlighting exceptional efforts of homecare providers dedicated to helping patients live more comfortably. Visit achc.org. DME/HME Facility Accreditation BOARD OF CERTIFICATION/ACCREDITATION (BOC) Offering competitive pricing and fast service, BOC works with home medical equipment (HME) suppliers across the country seeking to earn or maintain accreditation—from application to site survey to reaccreditation. BOC offers in-person, virtual and expedited site...

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  • HME Products

    Walkers & Rollators—March 2022

    Custom Dolomite Rollator CLARKE HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS Clarke Health Care can customize a Dolomite  rollator to your client’s needs. A higher capacity, shorter seat height, forearm pads and different braking handles are a few of the options available. Fill out a worksheet to get a quote on a custom-assembled rollator. Visit clarkehealthcare.com. Nitro Aluminum Rollator With 10-Inch Casters DRIVE DEVILBISS HEALTHCARE Featuring a sleek and attractive design, the Nitro Aluminum Rollator is engineered with a comfortable seat and backrest, convenient storage bag, adjustable height handles and large 10-inch casters for easy navigation. The rollator provides a safe user experience thanks to the internal brake cables and cross-brace design, while the lightweight frame features side-by-side folding for quick and easy transport and storage. Visit drivemedical.com. FootbarWalker GANM, LLC...

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  • HME Products

    Medication Management—March 2022

    InFloCone V ALLIANCE TECH MEDICAL, INC. The InFloCone V disposable mouthpiece with valve is designed to prevent blowback and provide the user with consistent and efficient delivery when inhaling pressurized metered dose medications. Studies show that as many as 79% of patients could be misusing their inhalers. The InFlowCone V helps maximize the dose of the high-speed propelled aerosols. The product is economical and made to fit various inhaler designs. No prescription needed. Visit alliancetechmedical.com. Hero HERO HEALTH Hero is a medication management solution helping patients and caregivers take the hassle out of taking medications. Members get access to an end-to-end service: a smart device that intuitively sorts and dispenses up to 10 medications, a mobile care app featuring missed dose reminders and real-time adherence data,...

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  • HME Products

    New on the Market-March 2022

    Virtual Care System COMET MD Comet MD’s new virtual care system is designed specifically for use with elderly and technologically challenged individuals. The system is cellular based to prevent issues with Wi-Fi or other connectivity. The system includes devices to measure heart rate, heart rhythm, oxygen, glucose, weight and more, combined with a built-in virtual visit platform that helps caregivers and practitioners provide preventative care and keep high-risk individuals out of the emergency room. Visit cometmd.com. Chair Caddie COMFORTEK SEATING The Chair Caddie is an aftermarket product designed to assist caregivers at the dining table. Made of solid steel, the Caddie is attached to the base of an existing dining chair, allowing it to turn, roll and brake. It allows a caregiver standing behind the...

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  • HME Products

    Adjustable Beds—February 2022

    Hi-Low Adjustable Bed ASSURED COMFORT Assured Comfort hi-low adjustable beds promote wellness and provide comfort for those watching TV, reading or recovering. The hi-low feature allows the bed surface to be raised for therapist convenience or for easier transfers in and out of bed. Choose from three models in twin, full, queen and split-king sizes, and three premium mattresses. Beds feature quiet remote-control operation. Assured Comfort hi-low foundations can typically retrofit an existing bed frame, or choose from an extensive line of headboards and footboards. Visit www.assuredcomfortbed.com.  Delta Pro Homecare Bed System DRIVE DEVILBISS HEALTHCARE The Delta Pro Homecare Bed System features a universal bed frame that’s compatible with interchangeable, color-coded components to create six unique bed configurations. The frame is durable, easy to clean...

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