WASHINGTON, DC – How Do You Track Audits? AAHomecare has become aware that many HME companies do not have a good system for tracking audit and appeal activity. AAHomecare is researching if, and how, HME companies currently track this informatio

AMARILLO, TX – It is a common practice for manufacturers to offer volume-based discounts to DME suppliers to encourage the suppliers to purchase increasing quantities of products. When manufacturers and DME suppliers enter into discount arrange

AMARILLO, TX – DME suppliers often enter into consignment arrangements with hospitals. When a consignment arrangement with a hospital works properly, the DME supplier places products in a “closet” at the hospital, a physician will order a p

WASHINGTON, DC – The industry must be able to demonstrate the burdensome nature of audits, both in terms of volumes and overturn rates. If we cannot accurately detail how the industry is being impacted, we will not be able to succeed in obtaini

AMARILLO, TX – One of the most difficult and frustrating aspects of being a DME supplier is dealing with Medicare post-payment reviews, audits and overpayment determinations. The experience of a large audit can be daunting and expensive. &n

AMARILLO, TX – It is a common business practice in the non-health care world for a retailer to offer free products and services to customer and prospective customers. For example, Jos. A. Banks will advertise:  “Buy one suit and get