Archive: November 2024
Stakeholders push two-channel option for CGMs
November 27, 2024Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
WASHINGTON – Users of continuous glucose monitors have reported difficulties obtaining equipment and supplies when their insurers eliminate coverage under DME, adding more evidence that there needs to be a two-channel option, stakeholders say.
As CMS has expanded coverage of CGMs and supplies, some payers have begun making it a pharmacy-only benefit, limiting brand choices and narrowing networks.
“One patient wrote that they attempted to obtain sensors from three different...
IHCS plays ‘critical role’
November 27, 2024Liz Beaulieu, Editor
MIRAMAR, Fla. – Ajani Nimmagadda, MD, says her passion for helping patients with complex health issues get the care they need in a highly fragmented health care system will guide her as the new chief medical officer of Integrated Home Care Services.
IHCS, an independent benefit manager of home health, DME and home infusion services, announced in October that Nimmagadda, who previously held a variety of leadership roles at Cigna Healthcare, had joined their team.
Here’s...
Binson’s Sherry Krug launches ‘mission driven’ women’s retreat
November 27, 2024Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
CENTER LINE, Mich. – Sherry Krug had never given much thought to whether being a woman in HME – or any industry – informed much of her experience but after attending a few events for women in business, including the inaugural Elevate at the Summit in 2023, she was inspired to launch her own retreat for women leaders at Binson’s Medical Equipment & Supplies.
“I'm not someone that ever belonged to a sorority, but it was fun to have just women to share those...
New EZmobility Direct ‘opens up nationally’
November 27, 2024Liz Beaulieu, Editor
PHOENIX – AZ Mobility debuted a new name, EZmobility Direct, and website, www.ezmobilitydirect.com, on Nov. 12 to better reflect its ability to sell and ship wheelchair accessible vehicles nationwide.
“The name AZ Mobility was a little too restrictive,” said Chris Paczak, chief marketing and merchandising officer for MobilityWorks, which bought AZ Mobility about three years ago. “We serve Arizona and the Southwest, but we wanted to open things up nationally.”
AZ...
In brief: Rotech agreement, Merits USA president, Belluscura financing
November 27, 2024HME News Staff
ORLANDO, Fla. – Rotech Healthcare has announced a supplier agreement with Signifier Medical Technologies to introduce the eXciteOSA device to payers, health care providers and patients to treat mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.
The eXciteOSA device, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, uses neuromuscular electrical stimulation to tone tongue muscles to maintain an open airway during sleep, improving sleep quality and overall health.
“Partnering...
AOPA calls for presentations
November 27, 2024HME News Staff
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association has announced that the Call for Presentations for the 2025 National Assembly, taking place Sept. 3-6, 2025, in Orlando, is now open. The program for the 2025 National Assembly will consist of general sessions, as well as five concurrent tracks, an Expo, networking events, and workshops. Experts, innovators, researchers and thought leaders are invited to submit proposals for engaging presentations that inspire and educate. Presentations...
Move For Mobility racks up another award
November 26, 2024HME News Staff
ELYRIA, Ohio – Invacare and Free Wheelchair Mission have received two more honors for their inaugural Move For Mobility campaign: the Anthem Silver Award and the Community Voice Award from the Anthem Awards. The awards recognize the campaign’s life-changing contributions in helping to transform lives through the gift of mobility. “The Anthem Awards’ commitment to amplifying global social impact is important and we are honored to contribute to the collective mission of driving...
VGM execs make Top Women list
November 26, 2024HME News Staff
WATERLOO, Iowa – VGM Group has shared that Barb Anderson, CFO, and Lindy Tentinger, president of VGM & Associates, have been named Top 50 Women Leaders of Iowa for 2024 by Women We Admire. This recognition highlights their exceptional leadership and their contributions to VGM and Iowa’s diverse industries, the company says. "Barb and Lindy truly exemplify the values and vision of VGM Group,” said VGM Group CEO Jeremy Stolz. “Their recognition as top women leaders in Iowa...
Product launches: Prochant, Pride Mobility Products
November 26, 2024HME News Staff
Charlotte-based Prochant has expanded its revenue cycle management solutions by introducing full-service patient and referral calling. The new offering, called Engagement Servies, enhances intake, billing and collections to deliver a holistic RCM solution, the company says. "Managing patient and referral communications can be time-consuming and operationally challenging for providers,” said Joey Graham, CEO of Prochant. “The hard fact is that most providers simply can't afford...
Rotech to supply CPAP alternative
November 26, 2024HME News Staff
ORLANDO, Fla. – Rotech Healthcare has announced a supplier agreement with Signifier Medical Technologies to introduce the eXciteOSA device to payers, health care providers and patients to treat mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.
The eXciteOSA device, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, uses neuromuscular electrical stimulation to tone tongue muscles to maintain an open airway during sleep, improving sleep quality and overall health.
“Partnering...