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CMS Restores Optional Benefits for Independent Homecare Aids
May 13, 2022BIRMINGHM, Ala. (May 13, 2022)—Medicaid can directly pay for independent home health aides’ benefits, including health insurance and skills training, according to a final rule the Centers for Medicare & MedicaidRead More →: CMS Restores Optional Benefits for Independent Homecare Aids -
Best Life Brands Achieves Milestone Of 500 Locations
May 12, 2022TROY, Mich. (May 12, 2022)—Best Life Brands, LLC, a multi-brand franchised organization that includes Blue Moon Estate Sales, CarePatrol, ComForCare, At Your Side Home Care, and Boost Home Healthcare has achievedRead More →: Best Life Brands Achieves Milestone Of 500 Locations -
New York Medicaid Unbundles PAP Supplies
May 12, 2022ALBANY, N.Y. (May 12, 2022)—The New York State Medicaid department released their durable medical equipment (DME) manual update, effective June, 1 2022. Per the 202-page manual, all CPAP and BiPAP suppliesRead More →: New York Medicaid Unbundles PAP Supplies -
VGM Releases Annual HME Delivery Cost Survey
May 12, 2022WATERLOO, Iowa (May 12, 2022)—VGM & Associates routinely monitors environmental factors that impact home medical equipment (HME) providers and their ability to effectively provide their products and services to patients whoRead More →: VGM Releases Annual HME Delivery Cost Survey -
BOC Funds Study on Racial Bias in Orthotics & Prosthetics
May 12, 2022OWINGS MILLS, Md. (May 12, 2022)—Research is now underway for the study “Racial Bias in Orthotics and Prosthetics,” a recipient of a 2021 American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) and CenterRead More →: BOC Funds Study on Racial Bias in Orthotics & Prosthetics -
AdaptHealth Corp. Announces 1st Quarter Financial Results
May 10, 2022PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa. (May 10, 2022)—AdaptHealth Corp. announced first quarter revenues were up 47% over 2021 and the authorization of a share repurchase program for up to $200 million as partRead More →: AdaptHealth Corp. Announces 1st Quarter Financial Results -
Kubat HealthCare Acquires Hilltop Drugs Etc.
May 10, 2022NELIGH, Neb. (May 10, 2022)—Kubat HealthCare, a health care service provider, announced the acquisition of Hilltop Drugs Etc. located in Neligh, Nebraska. Founded in October 2008 by co-founder and current pharmacist-in-charge,Read More →: Kubat HealthCare Acquires Hilltop Drugs Etc. -
Alliance for Home Health Quality and Innovation Adopts New Name
May 10, 2022WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 10, 2022)—The Alliance for Home Health Quality and Innovation, a 501(c)3 research foundation, will operate under a new name—Research Institute for Home Care—and adopt a new tagline: “AdvancingRead More →: Alliance for Home Health Quality and Innovation Adopts New Name -
Sunrise Medical Debuts 2 New Power Chairs
May 10, 2022FRESNO, Calif. (May 9, 2022)—Sunrise Medical is pleased to announce the launch two new power wheelchairs—on in the pediatric ZIPPIE line and one in the adult QUICKIE line. “We are soRead More →: Sunrise Medical Debuts 2 New Power Chairs -
Numotion Foundation Donates to Relief Efforts for Ukrainians With Disabilities
May 9, 2022BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (May 9, 2022)—The Numotion Foundation announced emergency relief contributions in the amount of $50,000 to organizations serving those affected by the ongoing aggression in Ukraine. The contribution is primarilyRead More →: Numotion Foundation Donates to Relief Efforts for Ukrainians With Disabilities -
Ageless Innovation Introduces Line of Card Games for Seniors
May 9, 2022PAWTUCKET, R.I. (May 9, 2022) Ageless Innovation LLC, a global company devoted to reimagining how people positively live and age together through the power of play, announced the expansion of itsRead More →: Ageless Innovation Introduces Line of Card Games for Seniors -
2 Charged in $10M Medicare Fraud/Kickback Scheme
May 6, 2022HOUSTON (May 6, 2022)—A Texas home health agency owner and patient recruiter have been arrested on charges of conspiracy to commit, committing health care fraud and conspiracy to pay and receiveRead More →: 2 Charged in $10M Medicare Fraud/Kickback Scheme
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