Tag: Quantum Rehab
Coverage, reform, technology among drivers of CRT
December 18, 2024Tracy Orzel
The push for better coverage in complex rehab continues to reshape the landscape, with experts highlighting key wins—most notably, securing funding for power seat elevation—and ongoing challenges as 2025 unfolds.
“Funding for power seat elevation definitely has been a huge win for the industry and the clients receiving this function on their power mobility devices,” said Jay Brislin, vice president of Quantum Rehab. “The amount of increased independence, social...
Technology, advocacy drive pediatric market
June 20, 2024John Andrews
A core aim of pediatrics has always been to provide equipment that “grows” along with patients, and that mission has become more important than ever due to the reimbursement climate, experts say.
Ian Hendry, Leckey sales director at Fresno, Calif.-based Sunrise Medical, explains that pediatric equipment has always been required to grow with the child for funding and insurance purposes. Due to the relatively small nature of the pediatric market, R&D investments often follow well-established...
In brief: Senators write GAO, CMS reports on spending, Quantum appears at the Met
December 15, 2023HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin, D-Ill., and U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., have sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) calling on the agency to update its 2011 report entitled “Medical Devices: FDA Should Enhance Its Oversight of Recalls” in the wake of the Philips Respironics recall.
The Senators sent the letter following the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s and ProPublica’s reporting on the recall of certain...
Quantum’s iLevel goes to The Met
December 13, 2023HME News Staff
NEW YORK – Quantum Rehab will take part in an exhibit honoring women fashion designers at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. Among the many designs on display on opening night was a bodysuit designed by Hillary Taymour and worn by Aaron Rose Philip, who has cerebral palsy and uses a Quantum Edge 3 power wheelchair with iLevel. Quantum also worked with representatives from the Costume Institute to provide an Edge 3 chair for the exhibit. “We are very excited...
In brief: Best Buy’s move, Quantum’s Roll Models, Amigo Mobility’s book
October 11, 2023HME News Staff
RICHFIELD, Minn. – Best Buy will sell the Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitoring system (CGM) to eligible customers through BestBuy.com, where they'll transition to a new platform, Wellness.BestBuyHealth.com, to complete the process.
It’s the first time the electronics giant will offer prescription-based medical devices to customers.
“Through our health and wellness categories at Best Buy, we make it easy to purchase any of our thousands of carefully curated...
Quantum Rehab names Roll Models
October 9, 2023HME News Staff
DURYEA, Pa. – Quantum Rehab has named Elizabeth McCormick and Keith Russell as the company’s next Q Roll Models.
McCormick and Russell, who will share their experiences with their iLevel power wheelchairs through social media, blogs and other outlets, will each receive a three-month paid agreement and a new power wheelchair.
“We’re excited to welcome new members to our robust team,” said Stephanie Woodward, brand ambassador coordinator. “Liz and...
Patients need tech that ‘grows’ with them
August 25, 2023John Andrews
The pediatric market has several facets to distinguish it from other HME categories, but none more than the need for equipment patients can continue to use as they grow. Having a product that “grows” along with them – especially from an early age – enables pediatric patients to retain familiarity and comfort instead of constantly adjusting to new technology, market specialists say.
“The products that are most desired early in a child’s life are those that...
In brief: Walgreens lets go of Option Care, Quantum seeks Roll Models
June 14, 2023HME News Staff
DEERFIELD, Ill. - Walgreens Boots Alliance has sold its remaining 10.8 million shares of Option Care Health, generating about $330 million.
Earlier this year, in March, Walgreens sold 13 million shares of Option Care Health at $30.75 per share. Last year, it sold 11 million shares in the company.
Walgreens says it will use the proceeds from the sale “primarily for debt paydown, continued support of the company’s strategic priorities and healthcare transformation.”
The...
Quantum Rehab seeking Roll Models
June 13, 2023HME News Staff
DURYEA, Pa. – Quantum Rehab is launching its Q Roll Model contest for 2023. The company is looking for two diverse and relatable wheelchair users from across the country to join its team of brand ambassadors. “We know there is no one type of wheelchair user, and we’re dedicated to creating wheelchairs that are as unique as the people who sit in them every day,” said Stephanie Woodward, brand ambassador coordinator. “That is what makes this contest so exciting –...
Medtrade promotes regular registration, mobility course
February 27, 2023HME News Staff
DALLAS – Regular registration rates are now in effect for Medtrade, scheduled for March 28-30 at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in downtown Dallas. A conference pass includes access to the show floor and the Consultant Cocktail Hour. An expo pass includes access to the show floor. “Regular rates still amount to an amazing deal, and they are in effect right up to the final day of the show,” said York Schwab, show director. To register for Medtrade, go here...Attendees...