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DOJ and OIG Notice of Investigation: What Comes Next?

While the specific focus area(s) have shifted some—from orthotic braces to continuous glucose monitoring and others—the areas of…

August 16 2026

Rise of the Regionals / Independents

George’s Pharmacy & Medical Equipment is a thriving “independent” DME chain, but Butch Martin, executive vice president, is…

August 16 2026

Competitive Bidding is Reshaping the Orthotics Market — What Suppliers Should Know

Suppliers who understand the difference between off-the-shelf (OTS) and custom-fitted braces will be in a much stronger position…

August 10 2026

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AI Likes HME – Do the Humans Agree?

An AI chatbot ultimately represents a human consensus, but does that best guess agree with the opinions of…

August 10 2026

Reintroducing Independent Reviews for Contracted MAP Suppliers

There is a way to appeal denials from Medicare Advantage Plans (MAPs), but it requires some creative thinking.

July 29 2026

Transaction Ready: How CMS’ New 36-Month Rule is Changing the Way DME Owners Prepare for a Sale

If you are considering selling your DME business or transitioning ownership in the coming years, you have likely…

July 29 2026