WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 8, 2016)—A newly released GAO report, “Medicare: Utilization and Expenditures for Complex Wheelchair Accessories,” was presented to Congress on June 1, 2016, just 30 days before prices derived from CMS’s flawed bidding program for home medical equipment are set to take effect for specialized complex rehab technology (CRT) wheelchairs used by individuals with profound mobility and disability challenges.
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OLD FORGE, Pa. (March 15, 2016)—Golden Technologies introduces the all new LiteRider Family of mobility products. The Golden LiteRider Family includes two large portable scooters—a three- and a four-wheel model—a power wheelchair named the LiteRider Envy and the all-new LiteRider Mini scooter. All of the LiteRiders have a unique tubular design that makes them both stylish and easy to disassemble.
ELKINS PARK, PA (January 7, 2016)—Ground-breaking research led by Alberto Esquenazi, MD, the Director of the Gait & Motion Analysis Laboratory at MossRehab, is the first to study the effects of joystick control position for wheelchair users. Initial data utilizing pressure mapping, dynamic electromyogram, 3D kinematics and patient subjective report, shows central driving has multiple physiological benefits over traditional armrest mounted joysticks.
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After concluding its most recent widespread prepayment review of claims for power wheelchairs (HCPCS K0823), NHIC, the DME MAC for Jurisdiction A, will continue to review those claims.