BROOKLYN, New York—Older Adult Technology Services (OATS) from AARP onboarded 14 new licensed partners to its “Senior Planet” licensing program; a program that provides community-based organizations across the country with tools to help older adults access
WASHINGTON—The March Consumer Price Index (CPI) Report showed an annual price increase in home health care costs at 14.2%. This is the largest reported increase from the CPI since 2005, when the Bureau of Labor Statistics first started gathering data on the industry.
WATERLOO, Iowa—VGM & Associates announced that Chris Rose has been promoted to director of member key accounts effective April 8, and Matthew Flaherty has moved the VGM & Associates member success team as a regional account manager effective April 1.
BILLINGS, Montana—Computers Unlimited, a software development company, announced that it has completed its SOC 2 Type II audit, performed by KirkpatrickPrice. Computers Unlimited said this attestation provides evidence that it has a strong commitment to security and to delivering high-quality services to its clients by demonstrating that they have the necessary internal controls and processes in place.
MANCHESTER, New Hampshire—Mobius Mobility announced the launch of Medicare coverage for the innovative iBOT PMD, a multi-modal power wheelchair in which users can traverse a wide variety of terrain and add on the ability to climb stairs and operate at eye level.
Now, eligible users with Medicare insurance can purchase an iBOT PMD with reimbursement support. The company can now begin to process Medicare insurance claims for iBOT PMDs.
ORCHARD PARK, New York—Fox Run CEO Bill Wlodarczyk has announced a new opportunity for seniors in Western New York. Fox Run at Orchard Park is partnering with the only other Continuing Care Retirement Community in Western New York, Canterbury Woods to create FoxWoods; a home health care option for the two respective communities’ Community Members.
DANBURY, Connecticut—Castleford Capital (Castleford), a private equity firm focused on investing in health care and pharmaceutical services companies, announced a growth investment in Rebound Medical Systems Corp. (Rebound). Rebound provides durable medical equipment (DME) to patients recovering from orthopedic and vascular surgical procedures.
NASHVILLE, Tennessee—PAM Health, a provider of post-acute care delivery with hospitals, outpatient sites and clinics across 22 states, has partnered with Luna, a provider of in-home outpatient physical therapy (PT), to expand access to patient services and to deliver a high-quality rehab experience to patients. Unlike remote or virtual care, Luna’s licensed physical therapists provide 1:1 hands-on care in the convenience of the patient’s home.
BURLINGTON, Ontario—VGM Group Services LTD (Canada) announced an addition to the team, effective May 1, 2024.
WATERLOO, Iowa— Kelly Wolf of VGM & Associates has announced his retirement as vice president of key accounts and regional account manager, effective March 31, 2024.
Wolf joined VGM in 2006 and has played a pivotal role in the success of VGM members, focusing on strengthening relationships with both members and vendor partners. His commitment to establishing these key relationships has significantly benefited the DMEPOS industry.
