In brief: Finnegan & Carlyle make buys, Lifeway debuts, LiViliti clears
By HME News Staff
Updated 9:00 AM CDT, Tue May 5, 2026
CONWAY, Ark. – Finnegan Health Services has acquired Eclipse Medical, a North Little Rock, Ark.-based provider specializing in diabetes and urology supplies. The deal expands Finnegan’s product offerings, enhances its operational scale, and deepens its relationships with physicians, payers and health care partners, the company says.
“Eclipse Medical is a natural fit with our mission to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care,” said Todd Ross, President & CEO of Finnegan Health Services. “Their expertise in diabetes and urology supplies complements our existing capabilities and allows us to better serve patients with chronic conditions who depend on reliable access to essential medical products.”
The integration of Eclipse Medical will enable Finnegan Health Services to:
- Broaden its DME portfolio, particularly in high-growth therapeutic categories
- Improve supply chain efficiency and patient fulfillment capabilities
- Expand geographic reach across Arkansas and neighboring markets
- Enhancing support for referral partners, payor sources and healthcare providers
Finnegan Health Services plans a seamless transition for patients, providers, and partners, with no disruption to current services. Existing Eclipse Medical customers will continue to receive the same high level of care, with additional products, resources and support available through the combined organization, the companies say.
“Joining Finnegan Health Services represents an exciting new chapter for Eclipse Medical,” said Shawn McCoy, president of Eclipse Medical. “We share a commitment to patient care and operational excellence, and together we are well-positioned to deliver even greater value to the communities we serve.”
Carlyle seeks to create AI-native, global, multi-specialty RCM platform
WOODBRIDGE, N.J., and AUSTIN, Texas – Investment firm Carlyle has acquired a majority stake in Knack RCM and EqualizeRCM, two U.S. healthcare revenue cycle management providers, to create an artificial intelligence (AI)-native, global, multi-specialty RCM platform.
Equity for the investment will come from investment funds affiliated with Carlyle Asia Partners VI (CAP VI) and Carlyle Asia Partners Growth II (CAPG II).
“The U.S. health care revenue cycle market is growing rapidly, driven by margin compression, workforce shortages, and the shift to value-based care,” said Kapil Modi, partner at Carlyle India Advisors. “Carlyle has significant experience in scaling RCM platforms to achieve market leadership, and we believe Knack and Equalize stand out as leaders with their AI-native, specialty‑focused, and outcomes‑driven approach, which aligns well with the growing needs and demand in healthcare RCM.”
Rajiv Sharma, founder of Knack RCM, and Nagi Rao, founder of EqualizeRCM, will remain invested in the platform through a reinvestment of a portion of their proceeds.
Carlyle says the combined platform is expected to enhance operational scale and diversification, broaden the delivery footprint, strengthen leadership depth and help accelerate AI capabilities to enhance outcomes for clients.
- Knack contributes scaled, global delivery across the U.S., India, and the Philippines, anchored by an intelligent, end-to-end revenue engine powered by its orchestration platform, Workmate.
- EqualizeRCM complements this with its established delivery scale in the U.S. and India, alongside a proprietary payer enrollment platform and AI-driven tools – such as Bill Smart for denial prediction and avoidance – that are purpose-built for hospitals, urgent care, and targeted specialty segments.
Carlyle says it intends to build on this platform strategy by pursuing additional opportunities in the RCM industry and will continue to seek to add synergistic assets with complementary offerings to the RCM platform.
- Related: Knack RCM ‘redefines’ RMC with HealthyBOS.
- Related: EqualizeRCM expands DME services.
NCART, iNRRTS, US Rehab issue call to action leading up to Product Expo
WASHINGTON – The National Coalition for Assistive Rehab Technology (NCART) the International Registry of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers (iNRRTS) and U.S. Rehab are asking industry stakeholders to send brief, pre-written emails to their legislators asking them to attend the upcoming Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) Product Expo in Washington, D.C., on May 13. Using NCART’s VoterVoice platform, the organizations say the process is quick and straightforward, requiring stakeholders to simply enter their names and click send. “Lawmakers consistently tell us that hearing from their constituents makes a real difference,” said Wayne Grau, NCART executive director. “Our Congressional Product Expo is a vital way we can educate members of Congress about the importance and value of CRT equipment as well as urge them to support critical CRT priorities that will help remove barriers and improve day-to-day life for people who rely on CRT equipment for mobility and independence.” The product expo will focus on key legislation and policy issues that would protect access to CRT and ensure individuals receive the clinically appropriate equipment they need to live independently and safely. These include removing barriers to carbon fiber and titanium manual wheelchairs, eliminating prior authorization for repairs for Medicare Advantage and Medicaid Advantage beneficiaries, and establishing Medicare coverage for power standing systems.
- Related: CRT Product Expo returns to Capitol Hill.
Lifeway Mobility debuts Idaho location
HARTFORD, Conn. – Lifeway Mobility has opened its first location in Idaho. The location in Idaho Falls will receive initial support from the company’s nearby team in Utah to support homeowners throughout the Idaho Falls and Boise metropolitan areas and surrounding communities across the state. Lifeway says opening a location in Idaho strengthens the company’s ability to serve residents, providing quicker service and response times, improved local support, and a more personalized customer experience throughout the state. “Bringing Lifeway Mobility’s services to Idaho reflects our continued commitment to helping more individuals live safely and independently at home,” said Jeff Gardner, general manager of Lifeway Mobility Idaho. “Our Idaho team is excited to help homeowners and families across the state, delivering accessibility solutions that support improved mobility, safety, and a better quality of life at home.” Lifeway says its nearby teams have more than 30 years of experience serving customers throughout the Rocky Mountain region with mobility needs.
NMEDA leads National Mobility Awareness Month
TAMPA, Fla. – The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) is leading the national campaign for the 14th annual National Mobility Awareness Month in May. The campaign – which has a theme this year of “Find Your Fit” – aims to raise awareness of the adaptive mobility solutions that help people with disabilities live actively, more freely and participate fully in everyday life, the organization says. “Over 18.6 million Americans have a travel-limiting disability,” it says. “These are real people who deserve to know that solutions exist and that independence is within reach. That is the heart of this campaign and why we are so committed to it.” As part of the campaign, NMEDA is asking people to:
- Share their story on social media using #FindYourFit and #NMAM2026 and tag NMEDA.
- Visit mobilityawarenessmonth.com to access free resources, download the 2026 Promotional Toolkit, explore adaptive mobility solutions, and find an accredited NMEDA dealer.
“Together, we can reach the people who need this information most,” NMEDA says.
DOJ’s Fraud Division launches West Coast-focused Strike Force
WASHINGTON – The Justice Department’s National Fraud Enforcement Division has formed the West Coast Health Care Fraud Strike Force, a multi-district enforcement initiative uniting the division’s Health Care Fraud Section with the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the District of Arizona, District of Nevada, and Northern District of California. “Driven by data showing a significant and accelerating increase in health care fraud across all three districts, the Strike Force builds on a foundation of recent landmark prosecutions, including the successful prosecution of digital health technology executives in the Northern District of California and the dismantling of Medicaid, sober home and wound care fraud schemes in the District of Arizona,” said Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald of the Justice Department’s Fraud Division. “The Fraud Division is committed to bringing that same relentless, data-driven prosecutorial force to bear across every corner of this region, making unmistakably clear that no scheme is too sophisticated, no network too large or small, and no fraudster too distant to escape federal accountability.” As part of the expansion, Health Care Fraud Acting Chief Jacob Foster and Acting Assistant Chief Gary Winters will coordinate closely with the U.S. Attorneys’ Offices. The Strike Force will work in partnership with the HHS Office of Inspector General, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and other law enforcement partners.
Aeroflow Health celebrates coverage for telehealth lactation services
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Aeroflow Health celebrates Georgia Medicaid’s adoption of new coverage to include telehealth lactation services. The new policy, which went into effect April 1, expands on prior coverage that required in-person visits, enabling mothers in Georgia to access prenatal and postpartum care resources from the comfort of their homes. "This effort from Georgia Medicaid is a meaningful step forward in improving access to maternal and infant care, especially within underserved populations,” said Ryan Bullock, chief strategy officer of Aeroflow Health. "Telehealth services are a trusted solution to overcome serious barriers to care, including geographic distances, transportation limitations, and costs that cause many patients to miss out on important healthcare services offered by providers. Closing this care gap is deeply rooted in Aeroflow’s mission, and we’re thrilled to have a hand in scaling telehealth lactation services throughout the state.” The policy addition comes after sustained advocacy efforts from Aeroflow Health, in partnership with the American Telemedicine Association (ATA). The company also recently celebrated expanded postpartum coverage by Wisconsin Medicaid.
United Spinal names new CEO
NEW YORK – United Spinal Association has named Matt Castelluccio as its CEO. Castelluccio has been a staff member of United Spinal since 2022 and has been serving as the interim CEO since September 2025, succeeding Vincenzo Piscopo. He previously served as vice president of community support. "Before taking the reins as interim CEO, Matt was already integral to how United Spinal Association operated,” said Tom Aiello, board chairman. “Once in that role, he grew our membership, expanded our chapter network, increased revenue, reduced costs and reinforced the sense of community that defines United Spinal. The board's decision to make his appointment permanent reflects both what he has already built and our confidence in what he can lead this organization to accomplish in the years to come." Before United Spinal, Castelluccio held positions at Helen Hayes Rehabilitation Hospital and BRIDGES – Rockland Independent Living Center. For Castelluccio – a manual wheelchair user with a cervical-level spinal cord injury, the result of a motorcycle accident in 2003 – leading United Spinal is a full-circle moment. “It’s difficult to navigate (a disability) by yourself,” he said. “I was surrounded by friends and family, and as great as they were, they just weren’t able to understand what I was going through. When I got into outpatient rehab, someone told me he had connected with an organization called United Spinal and that I should look into it for support. That was really the starting point of my recovery.”
- Related: United Spinal names new director.
LiViliti Health Products receives FDA clearance for CPAP sanitizer
SARASOTA, Fla. – LiViliti Health Products has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Paptizer 360. Classified as a Class II Respiratory Accessory Microbial Reduction Device, the Paptizer 360 provides a supplemental, at-home bacterial reduction process on compatible CPAP equipment. "This clearance marks a significant milestone for LiViliti as we continue to provide users with scientifically validated tools for their respiratory health," said Brian Sharpe, CEO of LiViliti Health Products. "The Paptizer 360 offers a fast, effective, and ozone-free way to supplement daily cleaning routines." LiViliti Health Products received an equity investment from Trace Medical last year. The two companies said they would coordinate a go-to-market initiative beginning in early 2026. LiViliti Health Products specializes in accessories and maintenance solutions for CPAP users.
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