Tag: Dario
In brief: Medicare audits, Anthem rate cuts, NC win
July 10, 2020HME News Staff
WASHINGTON - Starting Aug. 3, auditors will restart their audit functions, according to a recently published FAQ from CMS.If selected for review, HME providers should discuss with their contractor any COVID-19-related hardships they are experiencing that could affect audit response timeliness, states the guidance.CMS says all reviews will be conducted in accordance with statutory and regulatory provisions, as well as related billing and coding requirements. Waivers and flexibilities in place at the...
In brief: CMS touts prevention, Respironics connects vents
July 22, 2016HME News Staff
WASHINGTON - CMS's efforts to reduce improper payments have saved nearly $42 billion, according to a new report.The savings, from Oct. 1, 2012, to Sept. 30, 2014, equate to an average savings of $12.40 for every dollar spent, according to a new report form the Center for Program Integrity.The CPI's efforts include making sure enrolled healthcare providers are properly screened; using predictive analytics to prevent fraud, waste and abuse; and coordinating anti-fraud efforts with federal and external...
In brief: Apria gives enterals another shot, HME providers make their case to SBA
March 18, 2016HME News Staff
LAKE FOREST, Calif. - Apria Healthcare has stepped back into the home enterals market with the launch of Refresh, its new support program.“With our re-entry into the home enteral market, Apria is responding to the rapidly increasing requirements of the healthcare industry for an enteral program that consistently delivers positive patient experiences and achieves optimal clinical outcomes,” said Dan Starck, CEO of Apria Healthcare, in a release. “Through our commitment to an industry-leading...
New blood glucose monitoring system hits U.S. market
March 15, 2016HME News Staff
CAESAREA, Israel - The Dario Blood Glucose Monitoring System is now available in the United States, announced its developer, LabStyle Innovations. Through its U.S. headquarters in Massachusetts, the Israeli company is working with insurers to establish reimbursement and arrange agreements with distributors. Direct-to-consumer sales are available at usa.mydario.com/shop are now available and supported through a U.S.-based customer service center and hotline. "The U.S. is the...