BERKELEY, Calif.— The Diabetes Hands Foundation announced that it will send diabetes advocate Bennet Dunlap to participate on a panel September 9, 2013 aiming to address the growing concerns around blood glucose test strip accuracy. Representatives from the U.S.
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Port Washington, N.Y—The Titan is a comfortable and stylish option for users seeking a transportable power mobility product that is ideal for indoor and outdoor use.The Titan’s front-wheel system positions the drive wheel forward of the user’s center of gravity, making the chair extremely stable and giving it great performance over small obstacles.The Titan navigates tight, enclosed spaces with ease.
MIAMI— Sanomedics International Holdings, Inc. , a medical technology holding company that focuses on game-changing products, services and ideas, announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Prime Time Medical, Inc., of Largo, Florida for a total purchase price of $3,100,000, effective August 30, 2013.
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.—Numotion, formerly United Seating & Mobility and ATG Rehab, announces its acquisition of Wheelchairs Plus, Inc., a regional complex rehab provider in Minnesota.
Get your equipment "tuned-up" by Sleep Solutions Home Medical's Clinical Team at CPAP Tune-Up Day. Stop by for a free tune-up of your machine to ensure it is working properly. Visit the staff members from each department that on site to answer questions.
Pride Mobility Products Corporation and Quantum Rehab will be attending Medtrade to introduce their latest products innovations, with a strong focus on retail sales and an expanded clinical presence in rehab.
Pride Mobility and Quantum Rehab will also be focused on helping their providers navigate through the new business environment as it presents challenges associated with the legislative and regulatory changes, and give them the tools they need to succeed.
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio (Aug 28, 2013)—Roscoe Medical, manufacturer and distributor of home medical equipment, announced it has been recognized for a second time by Inc. Magazine in its seventh annual Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing U.S. companies. Roscoe’s three year sales growth rate of 37 percent earned the company a top ranking nationally, and #55 in the Cleveland metro area.
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y. (August 27, 2013) — Drive Medical announced its partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS) in support of efforts to fight against breast cancer.
WASHINGTON (Aug. 28, 2013) — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has informed U.S. Reps. Glenn `GT’ Thompson (R-PA) and Bruce Braley (D-IA) of its decision to begin an investigation of the CMS management of the Competitive Bidding program.
The DME industry continues to undergo significant changes. With the changing landscape and trending towards lean operations and industry consolidation, companies must continually evaluate their operations and financial performance in order to stay competitive and grow or maintain their overall business value.
According to www.bizjournals.com, the new competitive bidding program is making life difficult for some DME companies, but Franklin, Tenn.-based Sleep Nation, Inc., is reaping the benefits.
As stated in a news release, Sleep Nation, Inc., has completed 43 acquisitions of CPAP businesses since the company's inception in May 2012. Thirty-eight of the purchases have come this year, giving Sleep Nation a large corner in the sleep apnea market.
DENVER, Colo. (August 29, 2013)—CareTouch Communications, Inc., announced the launch of its new account transfer service called CareTouch FAST (Fast Account System Transfer). The service enables health care providers to quickly switch from their previous communications provider to the CareTouch360 solution. CareTouch360 automates and simplifies patient management from adherence to resupply and payment collection.
Invacare announced its new product, the I-Lift Series of lifts, which will be showcased at Medtrade. The I-Lift was designed from the ground up to deliver safety, maneuverability and ease of use for caregivers and patients.
OLD FORGE, Pa. (August 27, 2013) — Jason Davis, Vice President of Sales for Golden Technologies, announced that Michael Scarsella has joined the Golden sales team as the Northeast Regional Sales Manager.
Bilt-Rite Mastex Health has added two new back supports to their Lumbo Protech™ line of lumbosacral supports. In addition to the Lumbo Protech Original™, Bilt-Rite Mastex Health now offers the Lumbo Protech Deluxe™ and the Lumbo Protech Extreme™.
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.—A/R Allegiance Group LLC has earned the position of 3,066 on the 2013 Inc. 5,000 and is listed as #21 in Top 100 Kansas Companies. This is an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. This is the first time the company has submitted their profile for this prestigious award making it an even greater achievement.
RJ Industries, makers of Freedom Ramp Modular Aluminum ADA Access Systems, announced the introduction of their SureSight low light marker system option available on all their 36-inch, 43-inch and 60-inch ramp systems and railings.
According to www.fbi.gov, the owner and operator of a DME supply company was sentenced to serve 24 months in prison for conspiring to submit nearly $1 million in fraudulent claims to Medicare.
MUNDELEIN, Ill.—Meridian Surgical Partners, a Brentwood, Tenn.-based company specializing in acquisition, development and management of multi-specialty and spine-driven ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), has selected Medline Industries, Inc. as its primary distribution partner for medical and surgical supplies.
ORLANDO, Fla.—In what Medtrade organizers are dubbing the Innovative HME Retail Product Awards, a panel of experts will honor HME products that are particularly suited for retail sale. The purpose of the competition is to promote and recognize products that contribute to providers' bottom lines though cash sales.
Products will be judged on functionality, quality/durability, aesthetics/style, environmental sustainability, ease of retail set-up and pricing.