Tag: 2025
Customization, communication and clinical strength: The indie edge in complex rehab
June 25, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
WATERLOO, Iowa – In a market that has been heavily consolidated over the years, independent complex rehab providers say they are differentiating themselves with product customization and referral and patient engagement.
“We’ve specialized in a lot of complex cases,” said Scott McGowan, a sales manager at Custom Mobility. “We’re able to do a lot of manufacturing and design work. That’s our value-added service. We can take the product and modify it,...
United Spinal hosts lobby day
June 23, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – United Spinal Association will bring nearly 200 wheelchair users and allies to Washington, D.C., for its signature advocacy event, Roll on Capitol Hill, June 22-25. As national policymakers contemplate budget proposals that could slash Medicaid, weaken civil rights protections and roll back vital social programs, ROCH arrives at a time when people with disabilities must find common ground and push back on these escalating attacks, the association says. “Roll on Capitol Hill...
Medicare spending projected to surge, outpace economic growth
June 23, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Medicare expenditures are projected to grow significantly faster than both aggregate worker earnings and the overall U.S. economy, according to the 2025 Annual Report from the Boards of Trustees of the Federal Hospital Insurance (HI) and Federal Supplementary Medical Insurance (SMI) Trust Funds.
Key findings from the 2025 Medicare Trustees Report
Medicare spending as a share of GDP is expected to rise from 3.8% in 2024 to 6.7% by 2099.
Under an...
Women of the Year: VGM announces finalists, OPGA calls for noms
June 2, 2025HME News Staff
WATERLOO, Iowa – The VGM Group has announced the finalists of the 2025 HME Woman of the Year:
Ginger Walls, director of clinical and technical education, Permobil Americas
Jennifer Jordan, vice president, baby and mom division, Aeroflow Health
Robin Menchen, CEO, Rotech Healthcare
Autumn Kline, director of sales and marketing, NuCara Home Medical
“These outstanding women exemplify significant contributions to their company, community...
Hope on the Hill: ‘We know our strategy’
May 21, 2025Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
WASHINGTON – The recent Washington Legislative Conference was the perfect opportunity to put a spotlight on the need for reimbursement relief with potential co-sponsors of a Senate companion bill to H.R. 2005, AAHomecare officials say.
With the industry’s signature bill not included in a budget reconciliation bill in the House of Representatives as originally hoped, stakeholders have been in close discussions with potential co-sponsors for a Senate companion bill and are optimistic...
Inogen: ‘We feel we’re in a good position’
May 14, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
GOLETA, Calif. – Given the company’s current exemptions, Inogen does not anticipate material impact on its operating plan or financial profile from announced tariffs.
Inogen, which recently announced a distribution agreement with Yuwell in China, believes it’s well positioned to continue executing on its strategic priorities despite these developments.
“However, the situation is dynamic, and we will continue to monitor it closely,” said Kevin Smith,...
Quipt: ‘Our performance was softer than expected’
May 13, 2025HME News Staff
CINCINNATI – Quipt Home Medical has reported revenue of $57.4 million for the second quarter of 2025 compared to $61.3 million for the same period last year, a 6% decrease.
The company says revenue was impacted by ongoing headwinds from the withdrawal of Medicare Advantage members, following a capitated agreement that went to other providers in the industry, and a disposable supply contract that was not renewed.
On a positive note, the company says it saw improved momentum...
AdaptHealth ‘stays the course’ for Q1
May 6, 2025HME News Staff
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. – AdaptHealth reported revenue of $777.9 million for the first quarter of 2025, a decrease of 1.8% compared to the same period last year.
Net loss attributable to AdaptHealth Corp. was $7.2 million compared to net loss of $2.1 million and adjusted EBITDA was $127.9 million compared to $158.5 million.
“Amid elevated uncertainty in the external environment, we at AdaptHealth have stayed the course, with a relentless focus on improving our business and...
Philips sees ‘encouraging start’ to year
May 6, 2025HME News Staff
AMSTERDAM – Philips has reported group sales of EUR 4.1 billion for the first quarter of 2025, a 2% decline, mainly due to China.
The company reported comparable order intake increased 2%, primarily driven by strong performance in North America, offsetting a decline in China, and income from operations increased to EUR 154 million. Adjusted EBITDA margin declined to 80 bps to 8.6% of sales.
“We remain dedicated to serving our customers, driving profitable growth and...
Cardinal Health sees ‘broad-based performance’
May 5, 2025HME News Staff
DUBLIN, Ohio – Cardinal Health has reported revenues of $54.9 billion for the third quarter fiscal year 2025, flat to the same period last year. The company reported GAAP operating earnings of $730 million and non-GAAP operating earnings of $807 million, a 21% increase, driven by across-the-board segment profit growth. "Our strong momentum continued into our third quarter as our team's ongoing focus on operational execution and value creation led to excellent financial results,"...