The aging population and an increased evidence of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is boosting interest in oxygen therapy. There has been

Fargo, N.D. Responding to escalating complaints from HME providers about delayed or improperly denied reimbursement, Noridian Administrative Services

Miami Some 200 HME providers in the Miami area have received letters from the National Supplier Clearinghouse suspending their government supplier numbers.

The second highest reason code for Medicare claim denials reported for HME providers is OA109: claim not covered by this payer/contractor. You must send

Washington President Bush has signed into law a measure to help family caregivers who provide daily care to loved ones with disabilities or chronic conditions.

Alexandria, Va. Last month, the American Association for Homecare submitted comments to CMS regarding the agency's current review of levalbuterol in the

Washington Shortly after the 110th Congress began its new session last month, Rep. Tom Price, R-Ga., reintroduced the Home Oxygen Patient Protection Act.

Washington In a 94-page document, the HHS Office of Inspector General outlined its work plan for 2007 and said it will look into a number of in Medicare

 

Home care is entering a new era. Although the profession is young, it has accumulated some years under its belt and can boast a history of expertise and