Tag: ATHOMES
People news: Michael Hanna
July 28, 2020HME News Staff
ATHOMES has welcomed a new board member: Michael Hanna, director of compliance and education for Home Medical Products in Jackson, Tenn. Prior to Home Medical Products, Hanna was a provider outreach and education senior analyst for CGS, the DME MAC for Jurisdiction C. “While I have not been on the DME supplier side very long, I feel that I can bring knowledge to the group with my Medicare DME MAC experience,” Hanna said. “I have worked with all types and sizes of suppliers for a...
Spring events postponed
March 12, 2020HME News Staff
The ATHOMES Spring Conference, scheduled for March 19-20, has been postponed in the wake of a deadly tornado that struck Nashville, and middle and east Tennessee on March 3. A new date has not been set. Those needing a refund can email [email protected] Otherwise, your payment can be held until the new date is announced. The NEMEP Annual Meeting, scheduled for April 1-2 in Tarrytown, N.Y., has been postponed as precaution against COVID-19. A new date and location has not been set. Members needing...
James Rogers, a man with a story to tell
October 18, 2019Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - James Rogers is a retired CPA who got his start as a Medicare auditor, before becoming CFO, and ultimately, president of a chain of hospitals. Since 1992, he's owned a number of home medical equipment companies.These days, he owns Chattanooga-based PPS Orthotic and Prosthetic and Phoenix Rehab and Mobility. He's also the president-elect of ATHOMES.“Working with James is a treat,” said Beth Bowen, executive director. “His passion and commitment to the industry...
Tennessee: ATHOMES makes room for complex rehab committee
April 24, 2015Tracy Orzel
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - The Association for Tennessee Home Oxygen & Medical Equipment Services in February formed a Complex Rehab Committee.“I think this is an opportunity for complex rehab providers in Tennessee to connect with each other more—to share information and ideas,” said Ashley Plauché, ATHOMES executive director.The committee hopes to offer educational opportunities, and to mobilize providers on legislative issues and keep them updated on regulatory affairs, says James Rogers,...