Tag: NikoHealth
In brief: Possible Medicare cut, Walmart MA initiative, BraunAbility testimony
May 30, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Legislation passed May 22 by the House of Representatives contains provisions that could impact home medical equipment, including a possible 4% cut in Medicare reimbursement, says AAHomecare.
The association’s analysis of the 1,116-page bill – H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” – includes:
Medicare
The cut to Medicare reimbursement rates across the full spectrum of health care providers is automatically triggered by...
NikoHealth grows team
May 28, 2025HME News Staff
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. – NikoHealth has welcomed four new team members, including Ana-Rita da Silva as vice president of customer success to lead the company’s success and support organizations. She brings deep experience in building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional customer outcomes, with past leadership roles at Just Appraised, MindBridge AI and IBM. “As NikoHealth grows, maintaining the outstanding service our customers expect is more important than ever,” said...
From fax machines to machine learning: The fight for efficiency
April 4, 2025Tracy Orzel
Modernization and efficiency: Providers are adopting next-generation solutions for scalability, automation and efficiency to overcome challenges like tighter reimbursements and labor shortages.
Proactive RCM: Companies are focusing on front-end optimization to reduce denials and maximize clean claims, using tools like QuickSight for real-time analytics and reporting.
AI and data security: AI-powered solutions are transforming manual processes, while robust...
In brief: RFK Jr. in as HHS Sec, Schafhauser in as Homecare Champ, Carter in as OxyGo CEO
February 14, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate has confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the next secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in a largely party-line vote of 52-48.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., was the lone Republican to vote no.
Kennedy will replace Acting Secretary Dorothy Fink in overseeing the Food and Drug Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and CMS.
While Kennedy made a name for himself during the election for his focus...
NikoHealth integrates with AI platforms
February 13, 2025HME News Staff
MIDDLETOWN, New Jersey — NikoHealth, a provider of cloud-based DME/HME management software, is enabling seamless integration with AI innovators like Tennr, CompliantRx, Notable Systems, Celeritas and Synthpop, creating an ecosystem of next-generation tools that streamline workflows, enhance patient care and drive measurable growth for DME providers. By integrating directly with these AI partners, NikoHealth can enhance workflow efficiency and streamline operations, helping providers:
Automate...
RedSail partners with NikoHealth
September 10, 2024HME News Staff
MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, N.J. – RedSail Technologies has announced a partnership with NikoHealth to elevate its service offerings for its HME pharmacy customers. As part of the partnership, RedSail’s customers will be introduced to the HME-focused features of the NikoHealth platform. “For customers seeking a more HME-focused system, NikoHealth emerged as the preferred choice due to its next-generation, cloud-based HME system, which offers robust features that have garnered excellent...
Upbeat forecast for HME billing systems
April 26, 2024John Andrews
The future of HME billing systems looks bright, market specialists say, with advances in patient portal technology and artificial intelligence expected to play a leading role.
“We're beginning to witness transformative trends that are not only enhancing operational efficiency but also significantly improving patient engagement and satisfaction,” said Joey Graham, chief revenue officer for Charlotte, N.C.-based Prochant.
Patient portal technology, in particular, shows...
Workflow Optimization: Don’t just survive, thrive
April 17, 2024Wayne Hudson
Q. Why is choosing the right technology partner important?
A. In the fast-paced landscape of DME, finding the right technology partner can be the difference between thriving and merely surviving. DME providers must select partners that offer a commitment to innovation, cost-effectiveness, responsiveness and scalability. Here's why selecting a technology partner is crucial, along with red flags to watch for.
Stagnation in product innovation can spell doom for DME providers looking...
Workflow Optimization: Bid farewell to onerous tasks
March 13, 2024Wayne Hudson
Q. How can I leverage automation to supercharge my company?
A. HME providers navigate the delicate balance between operational efficiency and delivering top-tier patient care. In an era marked by rapid technological advancement, automation emerges as a game-changer, transforming HME operations and elevating patient outcomes to new heights.
Automation represents a paradigm shift for HME providers, offering a number of advantages that harmonize operations and streamline processes...
NikoHealth names account success manager
March 12, 2024HME News Staff
MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, N.J. - NikoHealth has named Dana Cline, CDME, a seasoned professional with more than 20 years of experience in the HME industry, as an account success manager. Cline’s career spans a broad range of roles, including 12 years in operations and eight years in health plans, as well as significant contributions to large corporations, local companies and hospital-owned DME providers. Her expertise spans intake, resupply, sales, accreditation, inventory and operations, complemented...