FORT COLLINS, CO – Back in 1999, I spoke with a “dealer” who had a particularly successful wheelchair business. She mentioned “Invacare” and I said, “Inva-what?” and asked for a spelling. True story. With credibility obliterated, I forg

WASHINGTON, DC – With a lot of worry, fear, concern, and downright apathy floating around about the impact of the non-competitive bidding program, I worry that many suppliers will throw up their hands and quit the DME business altogether, and t

ALEXANDRIA, VA – Officials at the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) expect Senate Bill S. 959 to be considered soon in the full Senate. NCPA advocates are particularly concerned that the bill would grant FDA unrestricted authority t

ANAHEIM, CA – MK Battery’s Power for Funding initiatives have raised more than $150,000 over the last three years to help advance industry advocacy and lobbying efforts. It’s a legacy that Wayne Merdinger seeks to continue when he takes over as

WASHINGTON, DC – In addition to ongoing legislative efforts, AAHomecare is still pursuing a preliminary injunction/temporary restraining order against CMS to halt competitive bidding. In a note to members last week, AAHomecare officials reveale

EAST ELMHURST, NY – Like many professionals in this field, I have been immersed in the community of people with disabilities for almost 30 years. It matters to me that my fellow citizens with disabilities have equal access to their lives. The l