More Co-Sponsors Sought for H.R. 4229; New Messaging Resource Available for Outreach to Legislators Representing Urban/CB Areas

December 16, 2017
WASHINGTON, DC – Thanks to the persistent efforts of AAHomecare members, state/regional HME associations, and other major stakeholder groups, co-sponsor rolls for H.R. 4229 have increased to 90 members of the House from 33 states—Ohio leads t

Billing Part B for Beneficiary Inside a Facility

December 16, 2017
AMARILLO, TX – As all of us are aware, Medicare Part B covers DME furnished to a Medicare beneficiary who is residing in his “home.” Generally speaking, a beneficiary that receives inpatient “rehab” services in a skilled nursing facilit

Are Your Reps on Board for H.R. 4229? Ask Them to Weigh in on IFR

December 10, 2017
WASHINGTON, DC – The Interim Final Rule (IFR) titled “Durable Medical Equipment Fee Schedule, Adjustments to Resume the Transitional 50/50 Blended Rates to Provide Relief in Non-Competitive Bidding Areas” remains at the Office of Management

Strengthening Relationships Throughout Capitol Hill

December 10, 2017
WASHINGTON, DC – Relationships matter! Following this very simple concept will help us be more successful with our advocacy efforts with our elected officials.  AAHomecare’s State Leaders Council is working with state and regional HME associ

Medtrade Exhibitor News – FODAC Seeking Donation Items for Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief; VGM Promotes Owen, Welcomes Meyer to Team

December 10, 2017
Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) has been able to meet most of the needed items that FEMA has requested for Puerto Rico hurricane relief, but Chris Brand, FODAC’s president and CEO reports that shower equipment, CPAPs and masks, nebu

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Adds New CEO to its Leadership Team

December 10, 2017
PORT WASHINGTON, NY – Bob Gilligan, former CEO of GE Industrial Solutions, recently joined Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare as the new CEO. Harvey Diamond has assumed the role of vice chairman for Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare. In his new role, Diamond