The Shift of Medical Devices to a Home Setting – PR Newswire

“One of the major changes in the medical device sector is the continuously growing emphasis on home health care through wearable device and remote monitoring devices. Technology now allows patients a much more flexible approach to therapy, one that does not diminish their life styles as previously. A recent research report by Meticulous Research estimates […]

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Home medical equipment industry jeopardized by low reimbursement rates, study says

“Medicare reimbursement rates for home medical equipment cover just 88 percent of overall costs for companies providing this service, raising concerns about the future viability of the home medical equipment industry under the current Medicare model, according to an American Association for Homecare study. The report’s conclusions show the current Medicare competitive bidding program for […]

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PADME Act Stalls in Senate | HomeCare Magazine

“AAHomecare has received confirmation that H.R. 5210, the Patient Access to Durable Medical Equipment Act, did not successfully clear through the Senate before adjournment last night thanks to a hold placed by an unidentified Senator. This means the July 1 round of cuts for rural and non-bid area suppliers will remain in effect unless Congress […]

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Home Medical Device Retail Exemptee Online Training Certificate – HMDR

Purchase now to take this online class, California HMDR Exemptee license training certification course. State approved by the CDPH. The Home Medical Device Retailer Exemptee License Application requires proof of HMDR Exemptee training program completion. SkillsPlus International Inc. offers an Exemptee training program (that covers topics specified by the California Dept of Public Health – […]

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AAHomecare Partners with Leading Patient Groups on HME Access Issues | HomeCare Magazine

“In recent years, AAHomecare has focused on strengthening our partnerships with leading patient advocacy groups whose members depend on home medical equipment. This week, AAHomecare met with leaders from some of these groups to map out plans to address their legislative priorities related to HME.” Learn more of the details: Source: AAHomecare Partners with Leading […]

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