SKANEATELES, N.Y (Nov. 18, 2014)—Welch Allyn introduced a new website designed to improve usability and create an easier, more robust online experience for U.S. customers. The new site features a responsive design that is mobile- and tablet-friendly—to make it even more convenient for multichannel users to access information and learn about Welch Allyn products and solutions.
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SOMERSET, Pa. (Nov. 13, 2014)—DeVilbiss Healthcare announced its provider online ordering system, a secure, web-based portal which allows new and existing independent customers located in the United States to place orders for respiratory products.
CUMMING, Ga. (Nov. 19, 2014)—At Home Medical announced the launch of a new website specifically for customers who use wheelchairs, continence care, urology, ostomy, skin care and wound care products. The website includes a new brand design for the mail-order provider, as well as connection points to the company's motivational program, the iPush Foundation.
CHICAGO (Nov. 20, 2014)—BrightStar Care was awarded The Joint Commission’s Enterprise Champion for Quality award for the second consecutive year.
The Joint Commission, the oldest and largest nationally recognized health care quality standards organization, acknowledged BrightStar Care’s efforts to promote high quality health care services by its franchises through Joint Commission accreditation.
LENEXA, Kan. (Nov. 24, 2014)—Mediware Information Systems Inc. announced the upcoming free webinar, “If It’s Not Documented, It’s Not Done: The Must Do’s To Ensure Accreditation” presented by Sandra Canally, president of The Compliance Team.
CARROLL, Iowa (Nov. 17, 2014)—The HME industry saw one of its own swept into office earlier this month when Republican Brian Best won a seat in Iowa House District 12, defeating two-term Democrat incumbent Dan Muhlbauer. The 54-year-old Best has owned BestMED Respiratory, a one-location fixture in Carroll, Iowa, for the last 13 years.
EAST NORTHPORT, N.Y. (Nov. 19, 2014)—Emerge Sales Inc. announced the addition of Ken Waters, who will serve as a global strategic adviser. Waters brings decades of experience in creating and leading global sales teams and helping companies grow.
"It's like a dream come true for me. We're getting a highly experienced sales leadership pro in the prime of his career,” said Mike Sperduti, president and CEO of Emerge Sales Inc.
LUBBOCK, Texas (Nov. 17, 2014)—The MED Group, a Managed Health Care Associates Inc. (MHA) company, announced that it entered into an agreement with OmniSYS to offer comprehensive revenue-cycle management and compliance services.
OmniSYS allows providers to bill medical claims through their operating system, managing the full cycle of the medical claim, from eligibility checks at the point of sale to billing the claim, accounts receivable management, remittance and patient invoicing.
WASHINGTON (Nov. 14, 2014)—In honor of Home Care Month in November, People for Quality Care (PFQC) and Save My Medical Supplies (SMMS) have come together to spread the word about the positive impact of HME.
From helping patients live independently in their homes to being leaders in their communities, there are many examples of how HME providers go out of their way to help others. PFQC and SMMS have created a centralized home for these positive stories.
OLD FORGE, PENN. (Nov. 17, 2014)—Richard Golden, CEO of Golden Technologies, announces the recent hiring of Ralph Emmett as Golden’s new vice president of operations.
Emmett comes to Golden with more than 30 years of experience as an executive in operations management and engineering.
LAKE WALES, Fla. (Nov. 12, 2014)—3B Medical announced the introduction central sleep apnea (CSA) reporting as an enhancement to clinical reporting. CSA occurs when the brain's signal to the body to inhale is not communicated timely. It is a different problem than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
WASHINGTON (Nov. 12, 2014)—Prior to the ICD-10 implementation date on Oct. 1, 2015, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will offer three separate weeks of ICD-10 acknowledgement testing. The first testing week begins Nov. 17, 2014.
These special acknowledgement testing weeks give submitters access to real-time help desk support and allows CMS to analyze testing data. Registration is not required for these virtual events.
EXETER, Penn. (Nov. 7, 2014)—Pride Mobility Products Corporation announced the appointment of Jim Schreiber as vice president of marketing.
Schreiber brings more than 15 years of advertising agency and corporate marketing experience to Pride and Quantum Rehab, a Pride Mobility Products company.
SOMERSET, Penn. (Nov. 13, 2014)—DeVilbiss Healthcare announced that it has won the 2014 Better Business Bureau (BBB) Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics for midsize companies in western Pennsylvania.
WATERLOO, Iowa (Nov. 4, 2014)—Ron Bendell has been named president of VGM's newly formed division,VGM Emerging Markets. He has been with the company for 17 years, most recently as president of VGM and Associates.
Clint Geffert is the new president of VGM and Associates Ltd., and will be responsible for VGM’s medical equipment and complex rehab membership groups.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 5, 2014)—Upon initial review, the final rule just released by CMS, 1614-F, “Medicare Program: End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System, Quality Incentive Program, and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies,” has four main points that you need to know about right now.
CARY,N.C. (Oct. 30, 2014)—ACHC has announced the release of a Certified Consultant program for industry professionals that provide consulting services for healthcare organizations preparing for ACHC accreditation. Certified Consultants will be required to attend a consultant training course designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the ACHC accreditation process.
Phoenix, AZ (Oct. 10, 2014)—Most Americans respect and value what veterans have done for our country. On Veteran's Day,Nov. 11, many people and companies will pay homage to them.
PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP, Mich. (Nov. 5, 2014)—Delphinus Medical Technologies Inc., announced that Shawn O’Brien has been named vice president of finance, expanding further the recent appointments to the executive leadership team.
O’Brien comes to Delphinus with extensive experience across a variety of corporate functions, most recently spear-heading all aspects of fiscal operations at CytoPherx.
LENEXA, Kan. (Nov. 5, 2014)—Mediware Information Systems Inc. is hosting a free webinar to discuss the importance of audits in the HME industry and how to prepare yourself for the days ahead.