AAH seeks end user input on NIV, CGM
By HME News Staff
Updated 10:57 AM CDT, Thu September 5, 2024
WASHINGTON – AAHomecare has launched two portals to collect end user and family caregiver stories about the impact of policy changes for non-invasive ventilators (NIVs) and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). The association will use these stories in advocacy efforts to educate payers and governmental agencies on access issues and proposed solutions. "As we advocate for access to medically necessary equipment in the home, it is important for payers and government officials to understand how restrictive policies impact patients directly," said David Chandler, AAHomecare vice president of payer relations. "By sharing these experiences, we can all gain greater insight into the challenges end users face accessing HME and work together to reduce barriers to care." Providers can direct customers to the following web sites to access the portals and upload their stories, either written or via video:
• CGM access issues: aahomecare.org/Access-Issues-Upload-Form-CGM
• NIV access issues: aahomecare.org/Access-Issues-Upload-Form-NIV
These websites also provide a high-level overview of the issue and suggest talking points.
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