The webinar “Loan Closets, Employee Liaisons, Preferred Provider Agreements and other Arrangements with Hospitals and Physician Groups” will be held Tuesday, July 15, from 2:30-4:00 p.m. It is acceptable for the DME provider to enter into arrangements with hospitals, physicians, and other referral sources.
HomeCare News
PORT RICHEY, Fla., June 25, 2013—Advanced Diagnostic Solutions Inc. (ADSI) has released a new addition to their oximetry web portal to allow HME Providers to track, manage and view home sleep test (HST) reports from any computer with an Internet connection.
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., June 21, 2013—As reported by PRNewswire via COMTEX, Allstate Insurance Company is seeking to recover $6.6 million in treble damages against 80 New York and Florida area defendants in its fourth insurance fraud lawsuit of 2013. Since 2003, Allstate has filed 48 fraud lawsuits in New York State seeking more than $237 million in damages.
ARLINGTON, Va., June 27, 2013—An opinion piece appearing on the POLITICO website by Rep. Glenn Thompson and Rep. Bruce Braley reads: “At a time when bipartisanship is rare in Washington, a majority of members of the U.S.
WATERLOO, Iowa, June 27, 2013—According to VGM & Associates, on June 21 healthcare advocates and medical equipment suppliers came from across the country to gather in Iowa for a Regulatory Fairness Hearing hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Joined by representatives from several Congressional offices, they testified about Medicare’s competitive bidding program and its potential to hurt industry, threaten patients and cost taxpayers.
The webinar “Loan Closets, Employee Liaisons, Preferred Provider Agreements & Other Arrangements with Hospitals and Physician Groups” will be offered on July 16 from 2:30-4:00 p.m. ET. It is acceptable for DME providers to enter into arrangements with hospitals, physicians and other referral sources.
KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 27, 2013—Breathe, LLC announces the launch of its patent-pending mobile overnight oximetry application, a powerful sales tool available to DME providers that submit overnight test data to their Independent Diagnostic Testing Facilty (IDTF). “This year is a big year for us at Breathe.
AKRON, Ohio, June 27, 2013—Miller’s is proud to announce the advancement of Johnny P. Miller to the position of president. He represents the third generation of the Miller family to take the helm of the company. His father, John J., served as president for 30 years, succeeding his father John F. Miller, who founded the company in 1949.
GLENS FALLS, N.Y., June 27, 2013—Capstone Medical Products Group Inc. is offering HME/DME providers the opportunity to test their Air Suspension Mattress at no cost, perhaps leading to exclusive patent protected product sales territory and/or ownership. The Air Suspension Mattress (ASM) was conceived by a registered nurse and designed by an engineer.
“Home Sleep Testing and the CPAP Provider: What Kind of Relationship Can There Be?” will take place on July 30 from 2:30-4:00 p.m. ET. Awareness about obstructive sleep apnea today is similar to awareness of diabetes 15 years ago. Most physicians (not just pulmonologists) are aware that OSA leads to many health problems. The opportunity for the DME provider is to be able to sell CPAP to the patient as well as the supplies (mask, tubing and filter) on a regular basis thereafter.
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 27, 2013—CMS has announced a delay on the new face-to-face rule effective July 1. A three-month extension moves the deadline to October 1. AAHomecare will provide a more detailed analysis of the announcement shortly. AAHomecare has worked diligently with CMS for many months to have a delay granted. The delay will allow suppliers and the healthcare community to better prepare for the requirements under the rule.
SARASOTA, Fla., July 31, 2012—Harmar is pleased to announce its new partnership with Cortec Group, a leading investor which focuses on high-growth investment opportunities in the health care and wellness markets. Over the last 14 years Harmar has become an undisputed leader in the design and manufacture of mobility and accessibility products.
LENEXA, Kan., June 18, 2013—Mediware Information Systems, Inc. announces that it has acquired Fastrack Healthcare Systems, Inc., a home medical equipment (HME) and home infusion therapy software solutions company. Mediware acquired more than 300 new customers and the related expertise, products, services and contracts of Fastrack. Mediware plans to combine the Fastrack business with its existing Alternate Care Solutions business line.
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 17, 2013—As turmoil escalates with disclosures that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded contracts to unlicensed home medical equipment providers, the Ohio congressional delegation asked CMS to suspend the controversial bidding program that selects suppliers to provide durable medical equipment (DME) to Medicare beneficiaries.
Lightweight, versatile and easy to use, Trilogy ventilators are designed for use in the home and alternative care sites and provide invasive and noninvasive ventilator support for a wide range of adult and pediatric patients. The versatility of the device has been expanded to include a new ‘kiss’ trigger with signal flow technology that detects when a patient engages and disengages from the mouthpiece to deliver on-demand ventilation.
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 19, 2013—The American Association for Homecare, along with a home medical equipment provider from Maryland, announce the filing of a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., asking that the scheduled July 1 expansion of the Medicare competitive bidding program (CBP) for durable medical equipment (DME) be stopped because of serious licensing irregularities.
The Duralife wheeled shower and commode chairs, available with perforated seat, swing arms and commode attachment, are designed and manufactured to the highest standards. These chairs are designed to aid both client and caregiver with safe and easy bathroom and shower activities. Many features help to fulfill the needs of the rehabilitating patient, long-term care or home bound clients. The chairs offer a curved design that gives them a wider and more stable wheel base.
“Handling Business Complaints” will take place on Thursday, June 27, 2013, from 11.30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ET. This program has been heard by thousands of homecare providers and now is your time to gather your staff around the phone for one of the most dynamic and informative educational events for your entire staff.
MUNDELEIN, Ill., June 20, 2013—Medline Industries, Inc. announces that it is a winner of the eighth annual Performance Award, presented by the Premier healthcare alliance.
WATERLOO, Iowa, June 18, 2013—VGM Group, Inc. has signed an agreement with Medicare Advantage insurance expert Benefits-365. “We are delighted to have Benefits-365 owner Tom Ivany and his very experienced colleagues on board to assist our members with this unique Medicare Advantage solution.