CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 15, 2016)—Contour Products expands its webinar offerings with its first webinar specifically for respiratory therapists, sleep technicians and other professionals involved in CPAP therapy. “CPAPMax Strategies for Comfort & Compliance” is a 30-minute interactive training session that demonstrates the ways an advanced CPAP pillow can address the diverse needs of a variety of patients.
NEW YORK (September 15, 2016)—Hometeam, a new approach to homecare that brings more independence, joy and vibrancy to older adults—and peace of mind to families—announced that it has partnered with Fox Rehabilitation, a professional private practice of full-time physical, occupational and speech therapists in ten states on the East Coast.
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (September 15, 2016)—3B Medical announced the introduction of the Rio Nasal Pillow Mask, the newest mask in 3B's lineup of premium soft, comfortable and lightweight interfaces. The Rio stands apart from other masks weighing in at only 2.6 ounces, headgear included, making it the lightest mask on the market. One-piece cushion construction makes it ideally suited for resupply with simple cushion replacement.
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (September 15, 2016)—Four United States Senators have introduced bipartisan legislation to boost transparency in Medicare Part D drug spending and to prohibit retroactive “DIR fees” in response to concerns raised by National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) members and staff.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (September 15, 2016)—Louis Feuer, MA, MSW, president of Dynamic Seminars, long-time industry expert and nationally known customer service, sales and marketing guru, announced his first online series of courses and lectures at training.dynamicseminars.com.
Senators Push for Pre-Claim Delay After "Complete Mess" in Illinois
Two U.S. Senators have called for a controversial home health pre-claim review demonstration program to be delayed in Florida, and they reiterated concerns over how pre-claim threatens providers and patients. (Tim Mullaney/Home Health Care News)
SARASOTA, Fla. (September 8, 2016)—Harmar is pleased to announce a new partnership with Wheelchairs 4 Kids, a non-profit organization that is focused of providing the gift of mobility to children. This partnership offers a structure that helps Wheelchairs 4 Kids provide scooter and wheelchair lifts to the charity’s recipients. Harmar, along with its dealers, will help from evaluation of needs to the arrangement of installation and ongoing support.
ATLANTA (September 8, 2016)—Provider Web Capital continues to bring solutions to meet the needs of health care small business owners. In August, the company highlighted their patent-pending Remit ATM solution. This product allows medical business owners to get paid immediately when they receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) notice from a payer.
CARY, N.C. and ATLANTA (September 8, 2016)—The Florida Alliance of Home Care Services (FAHCS) and the Georgia Association of Medical Equipment Suppliers (GAMES) have teamed up to hold their annual meeting together in centrally located Amelia Island (Nassau County, Florida) beginning September 11, and wrapping up with the VGM Mission Possible (CEU) Program on September 13.
WATERLOO, Iowa (September 7, 2016)—VGM’s Government Relations team is spearheading a grassroots effort to recruit hospital executives to join the fight against Medicare’s most recent cut to reimbursements.
On July 1 DME providers incurred an additional 25 percent cut for Medicare reimbursements due to the Competitive Bidding Program. Many sectors across the health care industry are feeling the aftershock of difficulties stemming from the DME industry.