Memorial Hermann taps DASCO to handle DME services

HOUSTON – Memorial Hermann Health System and DASCO Home Medical Equipment have formed a joint venture to operate and expand Memorial Hermann's existing home medical equipment business.

The new company, DASCO | Memorial Hermann Home Medical Equipment, combines Memorial Hermann's clinical leadership and commitment to personalized care with DASCO's specialized operational experience in durable medical equipment (DME), the organizations say.

"Care does not end when a patient leaves the hospital,” said Teal Holden, senior vice president, Ambulatory Services, Post Acute Care and Community Health, Memorial Hermann Health System. “This joint venture expands upon the strong home medical equipment program Memorial Hermann has already established while adding the specialized resources needed to enhance access, coordination and service for the communities we serve."

Through the joint venture, DASCO will lead day-to-day operations as the managing partner, working closely with Memorial Hermann's clinical and operational teams.

The organizations say the partnership is designed to strengthen coordination between hospital care teams and DME services, support seamless patient transitions from hospital to home and further expand service throughout Greater Houston.

"Memorial Hermann has built a strong program with a team that understands the needs of patients and clinicians across Greater Houston," said Jason Seeley, CEO of DASCO Home Medical Equipment. "Our role is to enhance the program through additional resources, advanced technology and specialized DME expertise to deliver a more connected experience from the hospital to the home."

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