WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 18, 2015)—In June, CMS announced its intention to make changes to the HCPCS codes for ventilators, including dramatically lowering the payment rate—by 35 percent—for these devices/therapies, starting on January 1, 2016.
HomeCare News
LONDON, UK (18 November 2015)—The global market for women’s health devices is forecast to grow from an estimated $1.8 billion in 2014 to approximately $2.4 billion in 2021, representing a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.7 percent, according to research and consulting firm GlobalData.
BISMARCK, N.D. (November 16, 2015)—AAHomecare officials met with its entire North Dakota delegation in March 2014 in Bismarck, at Great Plains Rehabilitation Services, and started discussing all the problems associated with competitive bidding.
WEBB CITY, Mo. (November 18, 2015)—DETECTO’s new model PHR freestanding portable height rod is simple to set up and easy to use for height measurement ranging from pediatric to adult use in visiting nurse homecare. There is no wall fastening necessary and it may be positioned against a wall or completely freestanding due to its large floor plate. Two spacers provide additional stability when placed against a wall.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 18, 2015)—Hip and knee replacements are the most common inpatient surgery for Medicare beneficiaries and can require lengthy recovery and rehabilitation periods. In 2014, there were more than 400,000 procedures, costing more than $7 billion for the hospitalizations alone.
SUFFERN, N.Y. (November 18, 2015)—Medforce Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of document and process management software and services for healthcare organizations of all sizes and variety, today announced it has rolled out Medforce Apps, turnkey workflow solutions that address common inefficiencies in healthcare operations.
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y. (November 17, 2015)—For mobility that matches strength and style, The Arc Lite Rollator from Drive DeVilbiss is at the top of the class. The unique “Roman arch” frame design that inspired the Arc Lite’s name provides superior support and stability while adding an attractive style you’re sure to love.
PITTSBURGH, (November 18, 2015)—The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society (the Society) recently announced the purchase of Heritage Healthcare Services, Inc., by Good Samaritan Society HCBS-Heritage, LLC, an affiliate of the Society. Heritage is a major provider of home care services and Medicare home health services in New Mexico and Arizona.
LEHI, UTAH (November 5, 2015)—Bask Technology Inc., one of the nation's leading providers of managed tech services, has unveiled its new brand and redesigned website. The rebrand represents a new chapter in the company's growth, with a sharper focus on its members and a warmer personality to match its friendly, expert Technology Advisors.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NOVEMBER 11, 2015)—Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the 2016 premiums and deductibles for the Medicare inpatient hospital (Part A) and physician and outpatient hospital services (Part B) programs.
Part B Premiums/Deductibles
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 3, 2015)—The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released an interactive online mapping tool which shows geographic comparisons at the state, county, and ZIP code levels of de-identified Medicare Part D opioid prescription claims—prescriptions written and then submitted to be filled—within the United States.
SAN ANTONIO, (November 12, 2015)—Option Care patients treated with immunoglobulin (IG) therapy at home with a high level of clinical oversight had better outcomes compared to others receiving the therapy according to a first-of-its-kind study presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting this week.
PHILADELPHIA—Elsevier, a world-leading provider of scientific, technical and medical information products and services, announced the availability of Mosby's Orientation to Home Health Care, a comprehensive online, continuing education course that helps home health care organizations prepare nurses and therapists to provide care to patients in their homes.
LENEXA, Kan. (November 12, 2015)—Mediware Information Systems, Inc. is hosting a free webinar for attendees on Tuesday, December 8, 2015, at 12:00 Central, 1:00 EST, to outline how compliance protocols are a must for the DMEPOS industry. The webinar is entitled “Creating an Effective DMEPOS Compliance Plan.”
LAS VEGAS (November 12, 2015)—Early registration for Medtrade Spring began on Monday, Nov 9, for the Spring version of the nation’s premiere HME-focused trade show, scheduled for February 29—March 2, 2016, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
Those who register early can save $75 on the price of the Expo, and more than $200 on the Conference portion of Medtrade Spring. Prices are the same as last year.
SUFFERN, N.Y. (November 11, 2015)—Medforce Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of document and process management software and services for healthcare organizations of all sizes and variety, today revealed its new brand identity with a new logo, tagline, product names and website.
OLD FORGE, Pa. (November 11, 2015)—Golden Technologies is excited to announce the tremendous success of their October 2015 sales promotion for the Buzzaround XLS Scooter, which is Golden’s first compact portable scooter that features comfort spring suspension for a smoother ride.
FRESNO, Calif. (November 10, 2015)—Sunrise Medical is thrilled to introduce the fresh new look and user-friendly design of its website, sunrisemedical.com. As a company dedicated to improving people’s lives, Sunrise Medical is continually looking to enhance its customers’ experience, and online interaction and resources are an integral part of this experience.