Tag: Emily Harken
Disaster Preparedness: Know the dollars and cents of disaster
December 6, 2022Emily Harken
Q. What expenses do most providers incur during a disaster?
A. Last month, the Emergency Preparedness Committee, along with VGM Government Relations and AAHomecare, surveyed DMEPOS suppliers regarding all the overlooked expenses associated with a disaster.
The intention of the survey is to illustrate the number of dollars and additional expenses incurred before, during and after a disaster to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CMS and state/federal emergency groups. Due...
Disaster Preparedness: Speak up about expense
November 9, 2022Emily Harken
Q. Are there any efforts to improve processes during a disaster?
A. Recently, the Emergency Preparedness for HME Suppliers Committee, along with VGM and AAHomecare, has been encouraging DMEPOS suppliers to take a survey with questions regarding all the unthought-of expenses associated with a disaster. The committee has been working to illustrate to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CMS and state/federal emergency groups the lost dollars and additional expenses incurred before,...
Disaster Preparedness: Access post-disaster resources
October 12, 2022Emily Harken
Q. Can I get reimbursed for lost/destroyed equipment after a disaster?
A. Last month, we discussed preparing for a natural disaster. That article could not have come at a better time as Hurricane Ian recently ripped through much of Florida, the Carolinas and other coastal states. We hope everyone was able to prepare for the disaster.
It seems appropriate now to discuss post-disaster resources.
Government assistance is available if/when the White House declares a national...
Disaster Preparedness: Form a team
September 7, 2022Emily Harken
Q. How do I prepare my business for a natural disaster?
A. The key is being proactive and not reactive.
There are many responsibilities a business must maintain. One of those should be routinely updating your emergency preparedness/disaster plan because disaster waits for no one and can hit at any moment. It is also imperative for those who serve oxygen patients or any other life-saving devices to keep updated records of the patient information.
Here are a few other tips:
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