Laurie Watanabe

study commissioned by Dynavox Group demonstrated that the use of high-tech augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) can enormously impact the functionality and quality of life for both the AAC users and their caregivers.

A few weeks ago, I attended a presentation by a fellow editor in our publishing division. (Yes, editors have CEU-like classes, in case you wondered, but why would you?)

The new prospective payment system proposed rule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is clarifying that a face-to-face examination is not always needed for replacement durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS) orders.

Cricket LT GP309 , a folding, carbon fiber power wheelchair that weighs just 25.8 lbs. without its battery, cushion and drink holder.

Respiratory service specialist Quality Biomedical Inc. has acquired M&M Medical Equipment Repair, a Pennsylvania-based service specialist with almost four decades of industry experience. The deal “adds a complementary service center to Quality Biomedical’s national network, strengthening its coverage across the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest for its growing customer base,” Quality Biomedical said in a July 10…

Citing a significant improper payment rate to durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued Medicare Provider Compliance Tips for hospital beds and accessories. The compliance information was in the July 9 edition of the MLN Connects newsletter. “According to the 2024 Medicare Fee-for-Service Supplemental Improper Payment Data,…

Merits Health Products has announced industry veteran Bret Tracy, ATP, is its new vice president of sales and marketing. The power mobility and Complex Rehab Technology manufacturer officially welcomed Tracy back in a July 13 news announcement. Tracy’s previous tenure at Merits began in 2017; he served as Merits’ vice president of sales in 2023…

Wayne Grau, executive director of the National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab Technology (NCART) has told the organization he intends to retire at the end of 2026.

The Kalogon Launch Pad tool that enables providers to virtually configure the positioning manufacturer's Bondar back support in real time can now also supply online configurations and quotes for Kalogon's Orbiter Med wheelchair seat cushion.

by Merits Health Products has appointed industry veteran Bret Tracy, ATP, its new vice president of sales and marketing.