New fact sheet outlines CMS’s methodology for computing its financial rating for providers participating in competitive bidding.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 18, 2019
Providers wishing to compete have until Sept. 18; CMS, CBIC, industry organizations continue to emphasize their educational resources to help providers prepare their bids.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 18, 2019
Industry stakeholders in the Tar Heel State secure sales tax exemptions for incontinence products; legislation goes to Gov. for signature.
- By David Kopf
- Jul 18, 2019
Episode 010 of the HME Business talks to experts about funding implications of CMS’s reclassification of multiple rural and non-bid zip codes, as well as sales opportunities for HME providers in the CRT market.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 20, 2019
Performant will only review HCPCS code A4253 and claims paid date must be within three years before the Additional Documentation Request.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 20, 2019
Newly unveiled companion to House letter calls on CMS and HHS to pull back from including non-invasive vents in competitive bidding. Providers urged to enlist their Senators’ support.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 20, 2019
Authorized officials have 14 days to get in DBIdS and Connexion, backup authorized officials have 21 days, and the registration window closes completely in 67 days.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 13, 2019
CMS has changed zip code designation for various areas which has in turned changed the reimbursement rates for providers in those areas.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 13, 2019
Mass Bay Respiratory has rebranded as Mass Bay Medical Supplies to reach hospice patients, families and caregivers with an array of hospice-oriented products and services.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 13, 2019
The Dmecbpeducation.com site unveils new video tutorials, a webinar recording, an improved FAQ to help providers better prepare their Round 2021 bids.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 06, 2019
Newly revised bidding calculators let HME providers enter their own book of business to see how bids under lead item pricing would impact their business.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 06, 2019
Latest edition of the HME Business Podcast examines increasing adoption, funding of iLevel, steps providers can take to improve sleep therapy compliance.
- By David Kopf
- Jun 06, 2019
Provider Strategy
Understanding another 'new normal' for HMEs from HHS OIG.
- By Wayne van Halem
- Jun 01, 2019
July 11 conference call will address the prior authorization process for pressure reducing support surfaces.
- By David Kopf
- May 30, 2019
Two webcasts for June will offer a two-part discussion of registering and submitting bids in Round 2021.
- By David Kopf
- May 30, 2019
California respiratory and sleep provider notches its fourth 12-month break from TPE audits.
- By David Kopf
- May 30, 2019
Attendees to June 5 Competitive Bidding Summit to learn more about Round 2021 and how to bid under lead item pricing.
- By David Kopf
- May 30, 2019
AAHomecare facilitates in-person meetings between lawmakers and industry advocates in Washington, D.C.; coordinates virtual fly-in for providers to remotely assist lobbying push.
- By David Kopf
- May 23, 2019
A CPAP code was incorrectly added to an earlier policy update; AAHomecare seeking clarification on reprocessing any denied claims.
- By David Kopf
- May 09, 2019
May 15 Open Door Forum will address CMS’s addition of 12 more items to prior authorization, as well as the next round of completive bidding.
- By David Kopf
- May 08, 2019