WASHINGTON, DC – There is very good news from Congress for people with disabilities who rely on Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) manual wheelchairs. Newly introduced year-end legislation will protect access to this specialized CRT equipment for t

AMARILLO, TX – DME suppliers are “covered entities” as defined by HIPAA. This means that suppliers must comply with HIPAA statutes and regulations. If confidential patient information (protected health information) is used or disclosed by t

CLEVELAND, OH – A new study in Nature Communications shows progress in restoring breathing and limb function in animals with spinal cord injuries. “For the first time we have permanently restored both breathing and some arm function in a form

OLD FORGE, PA – Golden Technologies has launched a new product in the mobility division. The new design and comfort features are intended to help retailers drive cash sales with profit producing products. The GP208 Alanté Sport is the next generat

WASHINGTON, DC – On Nov. 1, CMS put out a request for comments to include certain ventilator classes (HCPCS codes E0465, E0466, and E0467) in the next round of the competitive bidding program, as well as adding several knee and back brace HCPCS

AMARILLO, TX – Increasingly, DME suppliers are seeking to diversify their income stream by selling products for cash. Assume that ABC Medical, Inc. has a PTAN and its principal business is to provide Medicare-covered items on an assigned basis.