WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 28, 2015)—Today, a diverse group of public sector and private sector employers, unions, and other stakeholders that support employer-sponsored health coverage announced the launch of “The Alliance to Fight the 40: Stop the 40% Tax on Health Benefits” (“Fight the 40”).
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 28, 2015)—The American Association for Homecare (AAHomecare) and the National Coalition for Assistive and Rehab Technology (NCART) today applauded Representative Lee Zeldin (R-NY) for introducing the H.R. 3229, a new bill that will protect access to complex rehab wheelchair accessories by preventing the application of pricing information derived from the Medicare competitive bid program.
RICHMOND, Va. (July 27, 2015)—The majority of Medicaid beneficiaries feel that the medical care they receive is patient-centered, accessible and well-coordinated between primary care providers and specialists, according to a Virginia Commonwealth University-led study.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 25, 2015)—On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), legislation designed to extend accessibility and prevent job discrimination for people with disabilities. Much like the equipment and services provided by the HME industry, the ADA boosted independence for millions of Americans.
Congress Overwhelmingly Approves Bill Bolstering Medicare Patients’ Hospital Rights
The U.S. Senate unanimously approved legislation Monday night requiring hospitals across the nation to tell Medicare patients when they receive observation care but have not been admitted to the hospital. (Susan Jaffe, Kaiser Health News)
LAS VEGAS (July 19, 2015)—Who will speak at the Feb 29–March 2, 2016, Medtrade Spring? A lot depends on input gleaned from the annual Call for Presentations, now open to qualified candidates.
CINCINNATI, Ohio (July 16, 2015)—FirstLight HomeCare, a national provider of nonmedical in-home care, has officially launched its new franchise-specific website.
The new website, firstlightfranchise.com, features sharper aesthetics and more user-friendly options for individuals interested in exploring ownership opportunities with FirstLight HomeCare.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 20, 2015)—Many seniors, disabled Americans, and family members of individuals who suffer from life limiting illnesses must choose between the support services provided through hospice care or curative treatment. Fewer than half of eligible Medicare beneficiaries use hospice care and most only for a short period of time.