Days after the CMS Sept. 30 deadline for mandatory DMEPOS accreditation, HME providers were still in an uproar, seeking an explanation as to why some pharmacies apparently did not have to

HHS' Office of Inspector General released its 2010 work plan Oct. 1, and as far as DME is concerned, it sounds like it could be a busy year.

All roads lead to Medtrade as providers begin the journey to change.

Let me be the first to welcome you to Atlanta and Medtrade 2009!

Here's a sample of the products you'll see at this year's show.

With more than 500 exhibitors and 120 educational sessions during the industry's biggest trade show, Medtrade 2009 promises to be a can't-miss event for HME professionals.

A list of the Medtrade 2009 exhibitors and their booth numbers, as well as the top 10 exhibitors by space.

A quick recap of the facts in HomeCare's 2009 Retail Survey shows how you can improve your retail sales by maximizing sales-per-customer, diversifying your revenue mix and increasing your cash profits.

HCPCS code E0463 (pressure support ventilator) is a standout as one with a higher-than-average denial rate — 33.5 percent overall.

Maintain correct processes and practices — all the time, every day.