Homecare Champion & State Leader Mike Hamilton Dies
Hamilton was a longtime advocate in the homecare sector and recently stepped down as head of the Alabama Durable Medical Equipment Association

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama—Michael Hamilton, a longtime advocate in the homecare sector and the recently retired executive director of the Alabama Durable Medical Equipment Association (ADMEA), has died. 

Hamilton served the home medical equipment (HME) industry for more than 50 years before he died on November 23, 2025, ADMEA said in a statement. He officially retired from his leadership role October 31. 

ADMEA Seeks New Executive Director
The executive director will serve as the face of the organization & its role in the HME industry

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama—The Alabama Durable Medical Equipment Association (ADMEA) is now accepting applications for the role of executive director. ADMEA said this is a leadership opportunity for an individual with a passion for health care, industry advocacy and association management. 

Alabama Medicaid Updates PAP Device Policies

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (July 14, 2022)—Last week, Alabama Medicaid announced that CPAP and BiPAP devices will be billed as a “straight purchase,” ending the rental period payment process for this equipment. The agency also announced the waiver of the compliance requirement for CPAP and BIPAP devices and updated allowable quantities for PAP supplies. The new measures go into effect Aug. 1, 2022.