Tag: ventilators
NY Comptroller: DME left unused, unserviced
April 14, 2025HME News Staff
NEW YORK – Only 324 of 247,394 DME items that were procured during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, including ventilators, were distributed during the public health emergency, according to an audit by the New York state comptroller. This DME sits unused in storage facilities across the state, missing recommended maintenance and costing taxpayers storage expenses, the audit says. “During the pandemic, New York state quickly purchased medical equipment to address the public health crisis,”...
In brief: Oz’s vision, sleep’s slowdown, NY’s unused DME
April 14, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Dr. Mehmet Oz, who now leads CMS, shared his initial vision for the agency, including identifying and eliminating fraud, waste and abuse.
Oz was confirmed by the Senate as CMS administrator on April 3.
“I want to thank President Trump and HHS Sec. Kennedy for their confidence in my ability to lead CMS in achieving their vision to Make America Healthy Again,” he said. “Great societies protect their most vulnerable. As stewards of the health of...
Baxter issues correction for faulty vent
February 10, 2025HME News Staff
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Baxter Healthcare Corporation has issued a correction for its Life2000 Ventilator due to a nonconforming battery charger, which triggers a battery alarm and renders the ventilator inoperable, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The recall involves correcting devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. Affected devices include these model numbers and unique device identifiers: REF BT-20-0002|UDI/DI 00887761978201; REF BT-20-0002A...
Philips updates vent instructions
November 25, 2024HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Philips has updated its instructions for using Trilogy Evo, EvoO2, EV300, Evo Universal, Aeris EVO, Garbin EVO and LifeVent EVO2 due to risk of inaccurate flow measurements caused by certain in-line nebulizer placements, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The company says to be aware that this issue may affect any device that has ever been used with in-line nebulizer treatments. The updated instructions include making sure all alarms are set appropriately and keeping...
Encore, Trace provide ‘ultimate easy button’
November 15, 2024Liz Beaulieu, Editor
LIVINGSTON, Tenn. – Encore Healthcare’s new strategic partnership with Trace Medical helps providers streamline the process of managing ventilator patients and improve their ability to deliver clinical outcomes, say Zach Gantt.
As part of the partnership, Encore Healthcare’s clinical management and compliance services are married with Trace Medical’s vent rental offering to form a one-stop solution called Vent360+.
“We’re working on several partnerships...
In brief: Vent correction, Medtrade ‘Insider,’ documentation update
October 9, 2024HME News Staff
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Philips Respironics has issued a voluntary correction for Trilogy Evo, Trilogy Evo O2, Trilogy Evo Universal and Trilogy EV300 ventilators regarding the use of in-line nebulizers.
The company has determined that, in some circumstances, the use of in-line nebulizers placed in certain locations may lead to aerosol deposits forming over time on the ventilator flow sensor. Should this occur, there is a possibility of patient impact due to one or more of the following...
Philips issues correction for vents
October 8, 2024HME News Staff
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Philips Respironics has issued a voluntary correction for Trilogy Evo, Trilogy Evo O2, Trilogy Evo Universal and Trilogy EV300 ventilators regarding the use of in-line nebulizers.
The company has determined that, in some circumstances, the use of in-line nebulizers placed in certain locations may lead to aerosol deposits forming over time on the ventilator flow sensor. Should this occur, there is a possibility of patient impact due to one or more of the following...
Sunset Healthcare launches pediatric line
October 8, 2024HME News Staff
CHICAGO – Sunset Healthcare Solutions has launched Brighter Pediatrics, a new product line dedicated to enhancing outcomes for home care providers serving pediatric patients. The line features pediatric NIV/CPAP masks, such as the Ray Pediatric Nasal and Full-Face Masks; an assortment of ventilator circuits and closed ventilation suction systems; and the Microflow Microdial Flowmeter which allows for precise and repeatable micro-step flow adjustments for infants requiring supplemental oxygen....
Encore Healthcare, Trace Medical jointly launch Vent360+
September 17, 2024HME News Staff
LIVINGSTON, Tenn. - Encore Healthcare and Trace Medical have formed a strategic partnership to launch Vent360+, a solution designed to simplify and streamline the provision of ventilator services for HME providers.
The one-stop solution integrates ventilator rentals, clinical management and compliance oversight – all under one convenient, all-inclusive monthly price.
“This partnership is a game-changer for the industry,” said Zach Gantt, president & CEO of Encore...
In brief: CPAP cleaners get warnings, ZOLL eyes Vyaire’s vent biz
September 4, 2024HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Four companies have received warning letters from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for selling CPAP cleaning products without marketing clearance or approval, violating the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.
The companies are:
Shenzhen Moyeah Intelligent Life Technology Co. for 10 different products, including the CPAP Cleaner With Sanitizer Bag Ozone Disinfector C966 or MOYEAH Brand New CPAP Sanitizer Bag Ozone Disinfector C966|Latest Technology.
Natures...