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WATERLOO, Iowa (September 20,2016)—VGM & Associates announced today that the second installment of its series of HME Business Playbooks is available to download.

The playbook, “Analyzing Business Operations,” was developed to assist the HME business owner or supervisor in managing people, processes and technology to foster a more efficiently operated business.   

WATERLOO, Iowa (September 7, 2016)—VGM’s Government Relations team is spearheading a grassroots effort to recruit hospital executives to join the fight against Medicare’s most recent cut to reimbursements.

On July 1 DME providers incurred an additional 25 percent cut for Medicare reimbursements due to the Competitive Bidding Program. Many sectors across the health care industry are feeling the aftershock of difficulties stemming from the DME industry.

WATERLOO, Iowa – July 12, 2016 – Organizers of Essentially Women’s Focus Conference announced that best-selling author, entrepreneur and cancer survivor David Wagner has been selected as the keynote speaker.

WATERLOO, Iowa (May 18, 2016)—Mark your calendars for these presentations from Philips Respironics at VGM Heartland 2016!

“Ways to Connect and Market to Your Patients,” by Sherry Huggins will take place Wednesday, June 15 from 8:15–9:45 a.m. Huggins's presentation will teach you how to set yourself apart from the competition by developing and executing an effective marketing plan.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 28, 2016)—With both the House and Senate in session and just over two months left before a second round of deep cuts for rural and non-bid areas is set to take effect, AAHomecare staff and senior government relations representatives from AAHomecare members VGM, Apria, Invacare and Pride Mobility have been busy working the halls of Congress, meeting with or attending events with these key legislators since last Thursday:

WATERLOO, Iowa (April 28, 2016)—In a presentation that truly aims to be unforgettable, Heartland Conference 2016 will feature a keynote presentation from world-renown memory expert Bob Gray.

CHEYENNE, WYO. (March 28, 2016)—Home medical equipment providers from across Wyoming and parts of Colorado testified two weeks ago during the Small Business Administration’s Regulatory Fairness meeting.

During the event, seven providers shared their stories of how Medicare policies, particularly reimbursement cuts and extensive auditing, have affected Wyoming HME providers and the patients they serve.

WATERLOO, IOWA (February 18, 2016)—Planning is well underway for Essentially Women’s annual education conference and trade show.

Focus: The EW Conference, will take place September 25-26 at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

JANESVILLE, Wis. (February 9, 2016)—Members of the VGM Government Relations team along with Mercy Health System executives and other state providers, welcomed House Speaker Paul Ryan to the Mercy Health Mall in Janesville, Wisconsin, to discuss challenges faced by the durable medical equipment industry.

LAS VEGAS (January 13, 2016)—Medtrade Spring is packed with educational sessions and hundreds of exhibitors on the show floor. However, it’s the third benefit of Medtrade Spring—networking—that can often bring the most unexpected benefits. “Free-flowing conversation via face-to-face interaction can yield valuable information, lasting friendships, and keen insights,” says Kevin Gaffney, group show director, Medtrade.

WATERLOO, IOWA (January 6, 2016)—Registration for Heartland Conference 2016 has opened and as conference organizers solidify plans for the three-day event, the search for new speakers continues.

“We’re always trying to add fresh new faces and topics,” said Sara Laures, vice president of VGM Education and a 15-year member of the conference planning team. “Our database of over 400 presenters is always evolving based on the industry.”

ATLANTA (October 27, 2015)—On January 1, CMS plans to expand competitive bidding program rates to rural America. If it happens, rural providers would face a reimbursement reduction of up to 45 percent in most areas.

WATERLOO, Iowa (September 15, 2015)—VGM Group, Inc., has been chosen No. 1 large workplace in Iowa by the Des Moines Register.

 The ranking was based on scientific surveys of employees conducted by Workplace Dynamics. This is the third time VGM has placed in the top three workplaces, and the first time it’s been ranked No. 1.