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Here's the 411 on Competitive Bidding Help
ATLANTA — The questions are endless and the answers seem few, but there is help for home medical equipment providers on the intricacies of competitive bidding.
National and state associations, buying groups and manufacturers are stepping forward with an array of conferences, seminars and Web-based training to assist in everything from understanding CMS' competitive bidding final rule to placing a bid.
Among the offerings:
May 8-10: While information technology will be a focus at The MED Group's Reimbursement & IT Conference at the Hyatt Riverfront in Jacksonville, Fla., topics will also include preparing for competitive bidding, changes in Medicare and roundtable discussions with peers. Details: www.medgroup.com
May 9: "Understanding the Realities of Competitive Bidding, Network Opportunities and Accreditation," presented by the Midwest Association of Medical Equipment Suppliers and The VGM Group at the Four Point Sheraton, Kansas City Airport, Kansas City, Mo., will include an overview of the competitive bidding final rule, preparations and options for submitting a bid and an analysis of the short- and long-term impact on HME providers. Details: http://www.vgmeducation.com/traveling_education.asp, or contact MAMES at (651) 351-5395
May 9-10: "Competitive Bidding, Accreditation, Reimbursement Changes: Your Medicare Survival Toolkit," sponsored by the American Association for Homecare, will be held at the Marriott Houston Intercontinental Hotel. Topics include navigating competitive bidding, tools to achieve accreditation and best business practices for reimbursement changes. Details: www.aahomecare.org
May 14-15: "Essential Pieces to the Healthcare Puzzle," sponsored by the New York Medical Equipment Providers association, will be held at the Crowne Plaza, White Plains, N.Y. Topics range from competitive bidding to new market opportunities. Details: www.nymep.org
