DURYEA, Penn. (November 19, 2018)—Quantum Rehab has launched Interactive Assist, a new app that provides a direct real-time connection from a powerchair’s electronics to a provider’s programming station.
The connection provides the technician with full system and diagnostic information along with tools, such as a real-time mirror image of the powerchair’s electronics display, to eliminate wasteful service trips.
ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION, Md. (November 19, 2018)—Colfax Corporation, a diversified technology company, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire DJO Global Inc. (DJO) from private equity funds managed by Blackstone for $3.15 billion in cash. DJO is a provider of orthopedic solutions, software and services spanning the full continuum of patient care, from injury prevention to rehabilitation.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 15, 2018)—CMS is soliciting comments on adding ventilators and back/knee braces to the product categories included in the next round of the bidding program.
WASHINGTON, DC (November 14, 2018)—The National Coalition for Assistive and Rehab Technology (NCART) organized a National CRT Congressional Call-In Day for Wednesday, November 14, to push for the passage of HR 3730 prior to year-end. NCART asked individuals and organizations to get the word out and participate.
