WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 14, 2016)—Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced 121 new participants in Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) initiatives designed to improve the care patients receive in the health care system and lower costs. With this announcement, ACOs now represent 49 states and the District of Columbia.

LAS VEGAS (January 13, 2016)—Medtrade Spring is packed with educational sessions and hundreds of exhibitors on the show floor. However, it’s the third benefit of Medtrade Spring—networking—that can often bring the most unexpected benefits. “Free-flowing conversation via face-to-face interaction can yield valuable information, lasting friendships, and keen insights,” says Kevin Gaffney, group show director, Medtrade.

LENEXA, KAN. (January 11, 2016)—Mediware Information Systems, Inc. is hosting a free webinar for attendees on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at 12:00 Central, 1:00 EST, to outline how you can make 2016 the year for change with implementing effective HR management strategies in your DME business. The webinar is entitled “The Most Common HR Issues for DME.”