Tag: Responsive Respiratory

ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Responsive Respiratory says it is committed to providing cylinders and valves compatible with the HomeFill system, despite Invacare’s decision to exit the respiratory market by the end of the year. “We stand committed to servicing the needs of oxygen providers,” said Steve Bannon, RRI president. “The departure of Invacare in the respiratory market leaves a tremendous gap for providers utilizing the HomeFill compressor. Rather than decommissioning units...

ST. LOUIS – Responsive Respiratory has created a new showroom floor display to broaden its Boost Oxygen portfolio. “The showroom display is a natural extension of our Boost Oxygen portfolio,” said Steve Bannon, president.  “We are pleased to offer providers a new eye‐catching tool to drive cash sales of Boost Oxygen for the holiday season.” The display, which features Boost’s signature green color, assembles quickly and easily. The sturdy corrugated floor...

PITTSBURGH – Philips Respironics is alerting users of certain CPAP or Bi-Level PAP therapy masks with magnetic headgear clips or straps that these devices should not be used by or near patients and their household members, caregivers and bed partners who have metallic implanted devices or metallic objects (such as metallic splinters) in the body.   The magnetic headgear clips are used to attach the headgear straps to the masks, a commonly used method in sleep therapy devices.  This...

ST. LOUIS – Responsive Respiratory has a new partnership agreement to distribute Boost Oxygen Products into the home care market. Founded in 2007, Boost Oxygen offers portable supplemental oxygen in an easy-to-use canister. “Positioned as an over-the counter purchase, Boost is ideal for use in out-of-breath moments due to physical exertion, such as climbing stairs, recreational activities, etc.,” said Steve Bannon, president of RRI. “Boost is a natural fit for providers to...

ST. LOUIS – Responsive Respiratory Inc.’s new president and owner, Steven Bannon, plans to take the company to the next level, but he doesn’t plan to change its commitment to customer service.  Steven Bannon succeeds his father, Thomas Bannon, who will continue to serve as a business consultant for the company, which offers high-pressure oxygen products, including conservers, regulators, cylinders, carts and racks, carry cases, disposables and accessories.  “Things...

ST. LOUIS – Responsive Respiratory has named Steven Bannon as president and owner, taking over from Thomas Bannon, who will stay on as a business consultant for the company. “The board and I are confident that Steven is the right person to continue Responsive Respiratory’s focus on providing exceptional service and high-quality respiratory products to the home care, emergency services and welding markets,” said Thomas Bannon. “Steven is a seasoned leader with experience...

WASHINGTON - The National Home Infusion Association isn’t surprised by a recent report from CMS that shows a drop in the number of beneficiaries using the Medicare Part B home infusion therapy (HIT) services benefit.  The association says the report shows the benefit has failed to draw sufficient participation from providers to ensure equitable access across the country.  “The Part B HIT services benefit is clearly failing to meet the needs of Medicare beneficiaries,”...

ST. LOUIS – Responsive Respiratory is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The manufacturer of home oxygen equipment and supplies has grown from a small regional start-up to a nationally recognized domestic manufacturer and redistributor. “I am proud to celebrate this momentous milestone and look forward to many more years of providing exceptional products and service to our customers,” says Tom Bannon, president. “We offer a wide breadth of products, customizable solutions and...

ST. LOUIS – Responsive Respiratory, Inc. has released its latest product solutions catalog, this year highlighting its newest entry into the sleep market, the Purify O3 Elite Sanitizer. “We’ve expanded our offering with the Purify O3 Elite – a small, easy to use sanitizing device for PAP accessories,” said Tom Bannon, president. “This addition complements the first-generation Purify O3 sanitizer, now a staple accessory for sleep patients.” The catalog is...

Between the continuing threat of COVID-19 and lingering supply chain disruption, 2021 was a challenging year in the respiratory market for manufacturers, providers and patients alike. The pandemic has had a profound impact on the way the HME industry operates, while product distribution snarls have been a source of frustration.  These developments illuminated the HME industry’s profile within the overall healthcare spectrum, inspired a greater embrace of medical and information technology...