Tag: 2026
F&P sees high, single-digit boost from recent mask launches
May 26, 2026HME News Staff
AUCKLAND, New Zealand – Fisher & Paykel Healthcare reported revenue of $802.7 million for the 2026 financial year for its Homecare product group, an 8% increased compared to the previous year.
Revenue from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) masks was up 7%.
“Our latest mask ranges, the F&P Solo and F&P Nova, continued to drive OSA mask growth,” said Lewis Gradon, managing director and CEO. “Our newest offering, the F&P Nova Nasal, was launched in the United...
NCPA supports re-introduction of Monopolies Act
May 18, 2026HME News Staff
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) supports the re-introduction of the Patients Before Monopolies Act, which would force companies that own health insurers or pharmacy benefit managers to divest their pharmacy businesses within three years. The act, first introduced in December 2024, has been reintroduced in both the House and Senate. “PBMs have a choice – operate as a PBM or operate as a pharmacy, but you can’t have it both ways,”...
Accendra Health reports Q1, announces $1.5B optimization
May 11, 2026HME News Staff
RICHMOND, Va. – Accendra Health reported $627.8 million for the first quarter of 2026 vs. $673.9 million for the same period last year. Adjusted EBITDA was $58.4 million vs. $96 million.
Unless otherwise noted, the results reflect Accendra’s continuing operations, which represent what was previously the Patient Direct segment and certain functional operations. The company ended the fourth quarter of 2025 by selling its Products & Healthcare Services (P&HS) business to Platinum...
McKesson says it is well-positioned going into 2027
May 11, 2026HME News Staff
IRVING, Texas – McKesson Corp. has reported consolidated revenues of $96.3 billion for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026, a 6% increase. It reported revenues of $403.4 billion for the full year, a 12% increase.
Fourth quarter highlights:
Earnings per diluted share of $13.71 increased $3.70.
Adjusted Earnings per diluted share of $11.69 increased 16%.
McKesson entered into a $2.25 billion accelerated share repurchase program.
McKesson’s board of directors approved a...
Medline positions for sustained growth
May 11, 2026HME News Staff
NORTHFIELD, Ill. – Medline reported net sales of $7.4 billion for the first quarter of 2026, a 10.7% increase. Net income was $239 million, a 25.8% decrease.
Other financial results:
Adjusted EBITDA of $776 million, a decrease of 10.6%.
Diluted earnings per share and adjusted diluted EPS were $0.16 and $0.33, respectively.
Net cash provided by operating activities in the first quarter 2026 was $412 million, driven by net income, excluding the impact of non-cash items, partially...
Inogen credits ‘power of our strategy’
May 7, 2026HME News Staff
BEVERLY, Mass. - Inogen reported total revenue of $85.1 million for the first quarter of 2026, a 3.4% increase compared to the prior-year period, ahead of the company’s expectations.
Other financial results
Total gross margin was 44.5% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to 44.2% in the prior-year period. Adjusted gross margin improved by 30 basis points to 44.7% compared to 44.4% in the prior-year period due to cost improvements in the total cost of revenue.
GAAP net loss for...
NCART, iNRRTS, US Rehab issue call to action leading up to Product Expo
May 5, 2026HME News Staff
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...
AdaptHealth sets stage for ‘defining year’
May 5, 2026HME News Staff
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. – AdaptHealth reported revenue of $819.8 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, an increase of 5.4% over the same period the prior year.
Other financial results
Organic revenue growth of 9.1%, with growth across each of the reportable Segments.
Net loss attributable to AdaptHealth Corp. was $16.0 million compared to net loss of $7.2 million.
Adjusted EBITDA was $121.2 million compared to $127.9 million, a decrease of 5.3%.
Cash flow from operations...
NHIA conference draws record crowd, honors leading professionals
April 30, 2026HME News Staff
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The recent 2026 National Home Infusion Association Annual Conference drew record attendance with more than 1,700 industry professionals attending and more than 150 product and service suppliers – including 40 first timers – exhibiting. At the event, the association also presented several awards, including:
The Changemaker Award to Crystal Killian, a recognized patient advocate in the parenteral nutrition community who joined NHIA members on Capitol Hill to...
AAHomecare honors Bill Fredericks for legislative advocacy
April 30, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – AAHomecare has named Bill Fredericks, president and CEO of AllCare Medical Supply, as the recipient of the 2026 Mal Mixon Legislative Award.
Established in 2012, the award honors AAHomecare members who have made exceptional contributions to advancing the home care community’s legislative priorities and who, through their leadership, have inspired others to champion stronger federal policy for the home medical equipment industry.
“Bill’s recognition...