The petition called congress members to support steady & robust federal funding and support
WASHINGTON—More than 10,000 rare disease advocates signed a petition led by the EveryLife Foundation f
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Enhabit, Inc. received a Level 2 recognition from the Institute of Healthcare Improvement
DALLAS—Enhabit, Inc. (NYSE: EHAB), a home health and hospice provider, announced that it has achieved Level 2 recognition as an Age-Friendly Health System—Committed to Care Excellence by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI). Enhabit said this recognition honors its dedication to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to older adults, ensuring their unique needs and preferences are consistently met.
The respiratory provider will integrate Nexus with React Health, Mōvair & Philips
LIVINGSTON, Tennessee—Encore Healthcare, a respiratory provider for the home medical equipment (HME) industry, announced the integration of its innovative Nexus program with React Health, Mōvair and Philips cloud-based ventilator management platforms. These integrations mark the first of several integrations that aim to reduce the workload for HME providers managing ventilator patients and allowing for streamlined compliance management.
The kickback scheme caused millions of dollars in losses to Medicare & other service providers
NEWARK, New Jersey—A Florida man was convicted by a federal jury for his role in a durable medical equipment (DME) kickback scheme that caused millions of dollars in losses to Medicare and other insurance providers.
With the funding, GEM HEALTH plans to rapidly expand its virtual sleep services
MINNEAPOLIS—Gem Specialty Health, Inc., the nationwide virtual care company specializing in sleep care, announced a $7 million Series A funding round co-led by
The conference was scheduled to be held in March in Baltimore
WASHINGTON—The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its 2025 Quality Conference, which was scheduled for March 17-19, has been postponed. CMS said future conference dates will be announced at a later time. To stay up to date on information regarding the conference, visit cmsqualcon.com.
HR 2005 establishes a 75/25 blended Medicare reimbursement rate for DMEPOS in non-rural/non-compete bidding areas
WASHINGTON—The American Association for Homecare (AAHomecare) announced that legislation to bolster rates for a large segment of home medical equipment (HME) suppliers has been reintroduced in the House of Representatives.
The warehouse opens as Aeroflow hits a new growth milestone of 1,000 employees
ASHEVILLE, North Carolina—Aeroflow Health, a health care company that leverages technology to support the delivery of medical products and services, announced the opening of its new warehouse, the Aeroflow Fulfillment Center in Asheville, North Carolina. The new 51,000 square foot space will allow Aeroflow to fill more than 3 million orders in 2025 for patients across the country.
CCG clients will now be able to benefit from Cliniqon’s home health & hospice coding & review experts
North Haven, Connecticut—To help home health and hospice organizations meet compliance standards and comply with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM) and Home Health Value-Based Purchasing (HHVBP), Corcoran Consulting Group (CCG) has partnered with Cliniqon, a tech-enabled company that specializes in home health and hospice coding and quality assurance, following all protocols and regulatory standards set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Partnership will expand access to high-quality in-home care for patients in Southeast Texas with multiple chronic conditions
NASHVILLE, Tennessee & HOUSTON—Monogram Health, a value-based multispecialty provider of in-home care for patients with multiple chronic conditions, and Memorial Hermann Health System, a nonprofit health system committed to creating healthier Houston communities, launched services to provide care for commercial and Medicare Advantage (MA) members of Memorial Hermann Health Plan, the insurance division of the Houston-based health system.
The UK-based brand will conduct operations in Newark, New Jersey
HULL, England—Opera Beds, a United Kingdom-based provider of adjustable hospital beds and mattresses, announced its expansion into the United States hospital bed market.
The U.S. launch follows more than two decades of success for the care bed manufacturer and distributor.
Early bird pricing for HME event ends April 18
UK-based company specializes in adjustable hospital beds & mattresses
NEWARK, New Jersey—Opera Beds, a U.K. company specializing in adjustable hospital beds and mattresses, has announced its expansion into the United States hospital bed market. The U.S. launch follows more than two decades of success for the care bed manufacturer and distributor.
Senior wellness company experiences period of growth spurred by strategic partnership with Family Pillars Homecare in Florida and HomeWell Care Services in Texas
ANTIOCH, Tenn.–ClearWellness, a provider of wellness-based services and safety-focused solutions that enable seniors to remain independent longer, has launched partnerships with Family Pillars Homecare in Central and Southeast Florida and HomeWell Care Services in Mansfield, Texas.
The adjusted rates allow children with medical needs to have better access
NEW YORK—Home medical equipment (HME) stakeholders in New York have worked with NYS Medicaid program leaders to adjust rates for standing frame/table systems that provide critical support for children with neuromuscular conditions that impair their ability to stand independently.
The new rates apply as follows:
New appointments will strengthen strategic vision, expanding services & community impact
BLUFFTON, South Carolina—MiraSol Health, a nonprofit provider of compassionate end-of-life care, palliative and grief care services in South Carolina's Beaufort, Jasper, Colleton and Hampton counties, announced the addition of four new professionals to its leadership team.
Mullins will oversee BOC’s business development & sales functions
OWINGS MILLS, Maryland—The Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) announced the addition of Joshua Mullins as director of business development.
In his new role, Mullins will oversee BOC’s business development and sales functions. His leadership and strategic guidance will aid the organization in expansion and support its continued growth.
Anderson brings more than a decade of experience in the home accessibility & modification industry
NEW YORK—National Ramp announced that Tim Anderson has joined the company as the director of business development. Anderson brings more than a decade of experience in the home accessibility and modification industry.
Johnston to provide strategic planning, marketing and communications expertise to help organizations advance their missions
TOLEDO, Ohio—Transcend Strategy Group CEO Stephanie Johnston has been appointed to the Board of BAYADA Hearts for Home Care and the Global Partners in Care Advisory Council.
BrightStar Care is a homecare service provider with more than 400 agencies nationwide
AUSTIN, Texas—An affiliate of Peak Rock Capital, a middle-market private equity firm, announced that it has completed the acquisition of BrightStar Group Holdings, Inc.