CMS Proposes Prior Authorization for CPAP

July 21, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC – On May 28, CMS published a proposed rule recommending a prior authorization (PA) process for certain DME. The rule identified a “master list” of DME items—including CPAP therapy and respiratory assist devices (RADs)—whi

First Factory-Built Luxury Vehicle for People with Disabilities

July 21, 2014
SOUTH BEND, IN – Mobility Ventures, an AM General company, has launched the MV-1 LX, the first luxury vehicle in the United States designed and built exclusively for people with disabilities. Built at AM General’s Commercial Assembly

Road to Medtrade – Leadership Matters

July 21, 2014
ATLANTA – The upcoming Medtrade (Oct 20-23, 2014 in Atlanta) has an excellent line-up of speakers who will present programs addressing the most important topics faced by DME suppliers today. Every issue of Medtrade Monday, leading up to Medtrad

Road to Medtrade – Steps to Streamline

July 14, 2014
ATLANTA – The upcoming Medtrade (Oct 20-23, 2014 in Atlanta) has an excellent line-up of speakers who will present programs addressing the most important topics faced by DME suppliers today. Every issue of Medtrade Monday, leading up to Medtrad

I Am the HME Industry – Dan Bowman

July 14, 2014
GALLIPOLIS, OH – Five co-owners of Family Oxygen and Medical Equipment, Gallipolis, Ohio, attended this year’s AAHomecare Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. The journey was no small commitment for Dan Bowman, president/co-owner, and hi

Enforcement of Covenants Not to Compete

July 14, 2014
AMARILLO, TX – Employment contracts may contain clauses that forbid the employee from competition with the employer during and after leaving employment. Agreements not to compete are only enforceable if reasonable. Most states have statutes tha