Breathing Easier
For Klingensmith HealthCare, the important factor in a patient's hospital-home equation is the DASH in between.
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HomeCare Staff
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.
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They’re Serious about the KX, Folks
HME billers' nemesis, the KX modifier is back in the spotlight after a notice from Jurisdiction B reminded providers that its improper use could lead to a false claims violation and a hefty fine. -
Time Running Out for CEDI Transition
In only a few more days, direct dial-up options to the Common Electronic Data Interchange will no longer be available. As of May 1, all providers will be required to use an approved network service vendor for access -
NGS Continues K0823 Prepay Review
National Government Services, Jurisdiction B DME MAC, said it is continuing a widespread prepayment medical review for K0823 power chairs. -
Round 2 of Competitive Bidding Delayed
Under a revised schedule presented today at a meeting of the Program Advisory and Oversight Committee, the implementation of Round 2 will not begin until the summer of 2013. -
Welcome, H.R. 1041!
The HME industry's effort to repeal competitive bidding got a critical boost last month with the introduction of H.R. 1041 by Reps. Glenn Thompson, R-Pa., -
April 2011 Products
K2 Health Products Kolbs NSR Super Compressed Mattress premium quality foam home care mattress; waterproof, removable cover; non-slip underside keeps -
Body of Work
In the summer of 1995, David Wagner faced a major injury and an uncertain future. An accident in the surf off the coast of Redondo Beach, Calif., left -
Stark: In Current Audit Climate, You’re ‘Guilty until Proven Innocent’
HME providers face situations every day that fall into areas of gray, but the unforgiving climate of Medicare audits is all black-and-white. -
90% Error Rate on K0823 Claims — Forms Won’t Work, Noridian Says
A Jurisdiction D DME MAC prepayment review of K0823 power wheelchairs has resulted in a 90% error rate, mostly because of lack of documentation, according to a Noridian Administrative Services notice.