Archive: November 2023
Lincare, Teufel settle lawsuit
November 30, 2023HME News Staff
CLEARWATER, Fla. – A federal judge in Connecticut on Nov. 29 approved a stipulated permanent injunction between Lincare and former CEO Crispin Teufel.
The injunction bans Teufel, who left the company in June to become the CEO of AdaptHealth, and any associates from neither using, distributing nor relying upon confidential data or trade secrets he may have obtained from Lincare or Linde in any future endeavors.
The deal was entered into "without any admission...
FDA clears Vivos device for OSA
November 30, 2023HME News Staff
LITTLETON, Colo. – Vivos Therapeutics has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for treating severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults using its removable CARE (Complete Airway Repositioning and/or Expansion) oral appliances. CARE appliances include the flagship DNA oral appliance, the mRNA oral appliance and the mmRNA oral appliance. “This achievement is a pivotal milestone for Vivos and elevates our proven treatment options right into the mainstream of...
Motion gives back
November 30, 2023HME News Staff
TORONTO – Motion made a number of donations to organizations that support its clients in honor of Giving Tuesday, International Day of Persons with Disabilities (Dec. 3) and its upcoming 5 Days of Caring event (Dec. 4-8). It donated:
$10,000 to Spinal Cord Injury Ontario's Independence Initiative
$5,000 to Sunny Hill Health Centre at the BC Children's Hospital
$1,000 to Kinsmen TeleMiracle (SK)
$1,000 to Manitoba League of Persons...
NSM names Teufel CEO
November 29, 2023HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — National Seating & Mobility has named Crispin Teufel, who served as CEO of Lincare Holding for five years, as its CEO.
Teufel replaces Chuck Bodner, who had been serving as interim CEO. Bodner will continue in his role as CFO.
“I am honored to take on the role of CEO at NSM,” Teufel said. “The passion and perseverance of the NSM team is evidenced by the company’s continued success. I am proud to support the NSM team in further advancing...
Medtrade’s Kerry Tyler talks shop
November 29, 2023Tracy Orzel
DALLAS - With Insider registration rates debuting this week, HME News spoke to Kerry Tyler, who was named associate show director of Medtrade in May, about what to expect from the upcoming show and its “secret sauce.”
HME News: You have a great deal of experience in other industries – you launched your trade show career with Emerald X as an account executive on the GlobalShop Show a decade ago. What specific lessons or insights will you bring with you to Medtrade?
Kerry...
In brief: SoClean field correction, HCD CEO, reimbursement relief efforts
November 29, 2023HME News Staff
PETERBOROUGH, N.H. – SoClean on Nov. 16 issued an urgent medical device field correction that provides clarifications to the user manuals for its SoClean2 and SoClean 3 and notifies users of the availability of a hose and mask adapter for the maintenance systems.
SoClean is revising its labeling to incorporate additional warnings and contraindications, as well as proper and consistent device setup instructions, including use of a hose and mask adapter to reduce potential risks associated...
FDA issues warning for DreamStation 2
November 29, 2023HME News Staff
AMSTERDAM – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration yesterday issued a safety communication to inform users of possible thermal issues with the Philips Respironics DreamStation 2 CPAP machine and to advise them to monitor the machines for signs of overheating.
The FDA recently received medical device reports (MDRs) associated with issues like fire, smoke, burns and other signs of overheating while using the machine. The agency is in ongoing discussions with Philips about...
Joerns Healthcare to exit institutional settings
November 29, 2023HME News Staff
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Joerns Healthcare, a provider of post-acute care medical equipment and services, plans to exit the long-term care rental business and refocus on medical equipment sales and services.
It began notifying businesses and customers on Nov. 20, 2023.
"(This) announcement represents the execution of the next milestone in our strategy to prioritize investments and resources on our core medical equipment sales business to better serve our customers," said...
F&P reports double-digit increase for home care
November 29, 2023HME News Staff
AUCKLAND, New Zealand – Fisher & Paykel Healthcare reported revenue of $314.4 million for its Homecare Product Group for the first half of its 2024 financial year, a 26% increase from the prior comparable period.
The company reported revenue for masks and accessories for obstructive sleep apnea increased 28% in constant currency.
“Evora Full has been available in the United States for more than a year, and it continues to see impressive demand and positive customer feedback,”...
AmeriCare Medical named Top Workplace
November 29, 2023HME News Staff
DETROIT, Mich. – AmeriCare Medical has been named one of the Top Workplace 2023 by the Detroit Free Press. The list is based on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey that evaluates factors like alignment, execution and connection. “AmeriCare’s competitive advantage is spawned by our employees,” said Greg Jamian, president and CEO. “They have supported our innovation and growth throughout the years. The strength of our company lies in the collective...