Tag: Numotion
In brief: MSC makes buy, CMS proposes CGM changes, SpinLife opens physical location
October 14, 2022HME News Staff
CLEVELAND – Medical Service Company has acquired ProMedica Home Medical Equipment, a provider of respiratory, diabetes and other home medical equipment services in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.
ProMedica serves the largest health system in Northwest Ohio.
“We are excited to announce a long-term partnership with ProMedica Health System to provide best-in-class discharge planning and care management services across their expansive care network,” MSC stated...
SpinLife provides ‘quick access’ with physical location
October 10, 2022HME News Staff
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. - SpinLife, a division of Numotion, has opened its first physical location in New Castle, Del.
“We are thrilled to open our first physical location in Delaware,” said Pattiann McAdams, SpinLife senior vice president and general manager. “SpinLife is committed to specializing in mobility equipment for both the aging and disabled populations, offering unique products in key categories, such as scooters, power and manual wheelchairs, lift chairs, beds, and...
Numotion at top of disability index
July 21, 2022HME News Staff
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Numotion has been named a 2022 Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN. The company received a score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index (DEI), a joint initiative with the American Association of People with Disabilities. The index is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions toward disability inclusion and equality. A company must score 80 or above to be recognized. A record 415 companies...
In brief: Cost pressures, acquisitions, diversity
May 13, 2022HME News Staff
WATERLOO, Iowa – The cost of delivering home medical equipment continues to rise, according to the results of a new survey from VGM & Associates.
The survey of nearly 100 HME providers in eight regions of the U.S. looked at the increase in cost of goods, employee wages and freight, as well as cost of delivery per mile, PPE and average wages.
“While I suspected the various costs and related factors in securing appropriate HME delivery services would increase –...
Numotion Foundation makes donation
May 10, 2022HME News Staff
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – The Numotion Foundation has announced emergency relief contributions of $50,000 to two organizations serving those affected by the ongoing aggression in Ukraine. The contribution is primarily intended to assist those living with mobility related disabilities currently facing displacement, economic uncertainty and a lack of access to appropriate mobility equipment and independent living aids. “It is our hope that these contributions will help provide comfort and work...
CUNY, Numotion partner to boost wheelchair basketball program
April 18, 2022HME News Staff
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – The City University of New York (CUNY) Inclusive and Adaptive Sports Program has landed its first sponsor: Numotion. As part of the sponsorship, CUNY’s program will promote Numotion through various mediums, including digital signage and website ads, as well as through social media and other publications. "Under CEO Mike Swinford's leadership, Numotion has continued to be a leader in the durable medical equipment space, as well as medical supplies,” said...
In brief: AAH rallies for bid relief, Philips recalls more vents, Belluscura beats forecasts
January 28, 2022HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – AAHomecare is calling on providers to contact their members of Congress to sign on as original co-sponsors for draft legislation from by Rep. Markwayne Mullins, R.-Okla., and Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., that would provide reimbursement relief.
The legislation would apply 90/10 blended reimbursement rates for the 13 product categories that were removed from Round 2021 of Medicare’s competitive bidding program. The rates would apply from Jan. 1, 2022, through Dec. 31, 2023.
“A...
Numotion to distribute Braze Mobility’s sensors
January 26, 2022HME News Staff
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Numotion has signed an agreement with Braze Mobility to distribute its blind spot sensors for wheelchairs, which transform any wheelchair into a “smart wheelchair.” The sensors automatically detect obstacles and provide feedback through intuitive lights, sounds and vibrations. “We are thrilled to offer this innovative technology to our ATPs and customers,” said John Pryles, executive vice president of sales, Numotion. “Braze Blind Spot Sensors...
Complex rehab is ‘beyond challenging’ right now
January 14, 2022Liz Beaulieu, Editor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Arguably all HME providers have been impacted by supply chain constraints, but complex rehab providers have had additional complexities to contend with, they say.
“The typical complex rehab product that we provide has components from three to five manufacturers,” said Mike Swinford, CEO of Numotion. “It may have a base from one manufacturer and a custom molded seat from a different manufacturer. The number of cases where we’re waiting for...
Numotion named preferred provider by Team Gleason
October 19, 2021HME News Staff
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Numotion has announced a strategic, five-year partnership with Team Gleason to improve access to and development of advanced equipment and technology to serve people and families living with ALS. As part of the partnership, Numotion has been named Team Gleason’s “Preferred CRT Provider.” “We are honored and excited to partner with Team Gleason,” said Mike Swinford, CEO Numotion. “Team Gleason’s impact on ALS awareness and advocacy...