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Author: Jane Bunch
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September 1, 2009
O2 Capped Rental
Understand the rules and prevent needless mistakes on oxygen claims.Read More →: O2 Capped Rental -
March 1, 2009
Why We Do What We Do
With the many changes in our industry and all of the negativity you hear, I am sure you have asked yourself this question: Why do we do what we do?Read More →: Why We Do What We Do -
October 1, 2008
Streamline for Positivity
As we approach another Medtrade, I write this article thinking about the calls I have been receiving from providers throughout the country and the changesRead More →: Streamline for Positivity -
September 1, 2008
Just Breathe
I have received more calls and emails than ever from the provider community about capped rental misunderstandings. Of course, questions about oxygen accountRead More →: Just Breathe -
August 1, 2008
PAP … CPAP …
Wow! Talk about a policy changing drastically but not so frequently! The CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) policy, now known as the PAP policy,Read More →: PAP … CPAP … -
July 1, 2008
KX Marks the Spot
The KX modifier is the most deadly modifier in this industry. Providers must be educated on the true meaning of this modifier and when to add it and whenRead More →: KX Marks the Spot -
March 1, 2008
Collecting Deductibles
Collecting those secondary payments and deductibles? Yes, it is that time again when we are receiving many deductibles being adjusted from our ExplanationRead More →: Collecting Deductibles -
February 1, 2008
Forward Focus
History repeats itself, but nothing stays the same. In the medical industry this is definitely a true statement. In the daily changing world of HME andRead More →: Forward Focus -
December 1, 2007
Sticky Issues
If you provide diabetic supplies to your patients, you can expect to receive an audit based on medical documentation and other components of the patient’sRead More →: Sticky Issues -
October 1, 2007
Life’s Constants
For years, there has been a debate about the three constants of life. The main two, death and taxes, are universally accepted, but the third has alwaysRead More →: Life’s Constants -
September 1, 2007
Repair or Replace?
Once equipment has become damaged or inoperable, you must determine whether you should repair the item or replace it. Medicare has specific guidelinesRead More →: Repair or Replace? -
August 1, 2007
Movin’ On Up
As the baby boomers enter retirement, we have seen, and will continue to see, tremendous changes in the way many businesses cater to them. Baby boomers,Read More →: Movin’ On Up