Medtrade Exhibitor DeVilbiss Introduces Online Ordering, Wins Ethics Award
November 17, 2014
SOMERSET, PA – Medtrade exhibitor DeVilbiss Healthcare continued a busy end-of-year schedule with the roll out of its new and improved Provider Online Ordering system. The system is designed to add another convenient option for new and existing ind
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Legislative/Advocacy
The Scariest Part of Being a Caregiver
November 10, 2014
KNOXVILLE, TN – As we celebrate Homecare Month and National Family Caregivers Month, it is important that we recognize the important role we play in the HME Industry. As suppliers, we have a unique opportunity to make an impact not only on the
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Legislative/Advocacy
AAHomecare in Action – Final Rule Deciphered
November 10, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC – Upon initial review, the final rule just released by CMS, 1614-F, Medicare Program: End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System, Quality Incentive Program, and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Suppl
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Respiratory/Sleep
New Drowsy Driving Numbers Signal Large Problem
November 10, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC – Numerous sleep medicine exhibitors at last month’s Medtrade testified to the growing awareness of sleep disorders, with sleep apnea accounting for multiple comorbidities. The AAA Foundation for Public Safety’s long-awaited
Physician Payments Sunshine Act
November 10, 2014
AMARILLO, TX – The Physician Payments Sunshine Act requires group purchasing organizations (GPOs) and manufacturers of prescription drugs and devices that are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or CHIP to annually report (1) payments and gifts prov
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Rehab/Mobility
Maddak Shows Off New Portable Transfer Board at Medtrade
November 10, 2014
WAYNE, NJ – The iconic Maddak brand, long known for its vast array of aids to daily living (ADLs) showed off its wares yet again last month at Medtrade, the nation’s premiere HME trade show. The Wayne, NJ-based company wowed attendees with many d