Legislative efforts and new tools coming
NAIMES Notes
Wayne Stanfield is former vice president of provider relations at the American Association for Homecare, and former president and CEO of the National Association of Independent Medical Equipment Suppliers (NAIMES). Wayne is co-owner of a northern Virginia DME supplier and executive director of the Home Care Alliance of Virginia (HCAV). You can reach him at 434-572-6779 or wstanfield@hcav.com.
In addition to changing rates in non-bid locations, CMS plans to lower certain rates based on regional calculations, all under the guise of streamlining the bid program
Support your associations and change your outlook heading to Medtrade Spring
These points will provide a guide as you consider potential investments
A look at what we accomplished last year and our plans for the upcoming one
Though far from common, OIG subpoenas are increasingly appearing in DMEPOS locations
HME businesses embrace diversification in today's uncertain market
Perspective on the past 12 months of service with the American Association for Homecare
A guide to assist you in advocacy efforts on priority issues
Stay aware of medical coverage changes and what written proof you need upon request.
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We climb the second rung of the ROPE (Rule Overload Prevention and Elimination) Ladder by teaching our operational systems and the that shape our systems
You name it, home medical equipment providers are worried about it. From reimbursement cuts to bad press. From claims processing and payment time to ASP+6.
If the wheelchair accessory code changes earlier this year weren't enough, CMS also introduced new wheelchair cushion codes that became effective in July.
The 2004 HomeCaring Awards were presented in October at Medtrade in Orlando, Fla. Front (l to r): Award recipients Ron Richard of ResMed, Bill Lewis,
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