ELKINS PARK, PA (January 7, 2016)—Ground-breaking research led by Alberto Esquenazi, MD, the Director of the Gait & Motion Analysis Laboratory at MossRehab, is the first to study the effects of joystick control position for wheelchair users. Initial data utilizing pressure mapping, dynamic electromyogram, 3D kinematics and patient subjective report, shows central driving has multiple physiological benefits over traditional armrest mounted joysticks.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 7, 2016)—On December 29, 2015, CMS published the final rule to Medicare Program: Prior Authorization Process for Certain Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. This comes a year and a half after the proposed rule, which came out on May 28, 2014. Originally CMS proposed that the timeframe for a response to a prior authorization request would be made within 10 days or two days for expedited requests.

Hospitals Required to Keep Caregivers in the Loop

PORTLAND, Ore. (January 6, 2016)—According to a new report by Allied Market Research, titled, "World Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Systems—Market Opportunities and Forecasts, 2014–2021," the global continuous glucose monitoring market would generate revenue of $2,930 million by 2021, registering a CAGR of 31.3 percent from 2015 to 2021.

NEW YORK (January 6, 2016)—In a recent GfK global survey, consumers said they expect smart home services to have a big impact on their lives—bigger than wearables, connected cars, the Internet of Things (IoT) and six other emerging technologies. But what obstacles and expectations will smart home need to confront on its way to mainstream adoption?

LENEXA, KAN. (January 6, 2015)—Mediware Information Systems, Inc. is hosting a free webinar for attendees on Wednesday, January 20th at 1:00 CT, 2:00 EST, to outline how an efficient workflow process can reduce your overall cost and increase output. The webinar is entitled “Maximizing Value through HME Workflow Optimization.”

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.”

LAS VEGAS (January 6, 2016)—Panasonic, an industry leader in exceptionally reliable and innovative mobile computers, today announced the 12.5 inch Toughpad FZ-Q1, the latest member of its Toughpad family of enterprise-grade ruggedized tablet devices. With an Intel processor and running Windows 8.1 Pro, this business-grade tablet is designed for the highly mobile field worker, in either government or private sectors, who needs a device more durable than a consumer tablet.

EXETER, PA (January 4, 2016)—Pride Mobility Products Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of its new online Lift Finder configuration and application tool. Lift Finder is designed to assist consumers and providers in matching the proper Pride Lift with a vehicle and mobility product.