DME MACs Announce Streamlined Processes For Manual Wheelchair Assessments And Replacements
The DME MACs recently announced two significant changes to address long-standing requests from mobility stakeholders.
June 20 2024Latest in: Billing/Reimbursement
Loan Closet: Key Issues
A “loan closet” is also known as a “consignment arrangement” and a “stock and bill” arrangement. The concept…
June 14 2024Edgepark Launches e-Ordering Platform For Providers
Edgepark, a business unit of Cardinal Health at-Home Solutions is the first to launch a nationally available ostomy…
June 13 2024Renting Space From A Physician
As the famous philosopher Charles Schwab would say: “You can put lipstick on a pig…but it is still…
June 7 2024Innovasis Inc. Settlement: Lessons for DME Suppliers
A spinal device manufacturer recently paid a hefty fine to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims…
May 31 2024What Is A Referral Under Stark?
When entering into financial/ownership arrangements with referring physicians, be aware of the restrictions of the federal anti-kickback statute.
May 23 2024Audit Climate – Taking The Temperature
As we near the midpoint of 2024, what are the main billing/reimbursement headaches being faced by providers?
May 17 2024Bringing Value To Referral Sources – The Message Matters
When Alan Morris convened an educational session at Medtrade about Bringing Value To Referral Sources, the topic resonated…
May 10 2024OIG Issues New Compliance Program Guidance
In November of last year, the OIG for the DHHS issued a revised General Compliance Program Guidance.
April 26 2024DME Marketing Concerns: The Anti-Kickback Statute
Healthcare providers, including DME suppliers, must approach the utilization of marketing representatives much more carefully than non-healthcare providers.
April 19 2024