Tag: National Seating & Mobility (NSM)
NSM to become exclusive CRT distribution partner for emerging personal exoskeleton
June 29, 2026HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – National Seating & Mobility (NSM) and Wandercraft have entered a commercial partnership to prepare for future access to Eve, Wandercraft’s self-balancing personal exoskeleton designed for home use. Eve is currently under regulatory review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), with an anticipated launch in summer 2026, pending clearance. “Robotics and physical AI are redefining what’s possible for people with complex mobility needs,” said...
In brief: Parachute Health’s new hire, NSM’s new partnership, AvaCare’s new product line
June 26, 2026HME News Staff
NEW YORK – Parachute Health has appointed Heather Yi as vice president of customer success to lead its customer success team and deepen its relationships with HME providers nationwide. Yi joins the company following an almost 16-year tenure at Brightree. "Heather has spent her career inside HME businesses and alongside them, and she understands what it actually takes to help them succeed," said Rob Boeye, EVP, HME Providers, at Parachute Health. "That kind of experience is exactly...
NSM, LUCI partner to increase access to driver assistance platform
June 2, 2026HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – National Seating & Mobility (NSM) is now a preferred national partner for LUCI. NSM will play a key role in introducing LUCI’s technology to a broader range of clinics and power wheelchair riders across the United States and Canada through internal and external clinical education, technical trainings and awareness campaigns. “LUCI offers power wheelchair riders greater independence, confidence and safety in a world that’s not always designed for people who...
NSM sponsors ADA accessible platforms at music festival
October 1, 2025HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – National Seating & Mobility (NSM) served as the official ADA sponsor of the 2025 Pilgrimage Music & Culture Festival in Franklin, Tenn., on Sept. 27-28. The company’s sponsorship included ADA accessible viewing platforms for attendees with disabilities. “Accessibility is at the heart of what we do, and the Pilgrimage Festival gives us a chance to bring that mission to life right here in our community,” said Crispin Teufel, NSM CEO. “We’re grateful...
In brief: Owens & Minor invests in DT, Samsung partners with Stanford, Alabama fights PBMs
April 11, 2025HME News Staff
RICHMOND, Va. – Owens & Minor expects to achieve greater efficiencies for its Products & Healthcare Services business and improved customer service with new investments in technology, automation and analytics.
Initial roll out will focus on two new Owens & Minor distribution centers in West Virginia and South Dakota.
“Over the past two years, our P&HS teammates have worked creatively and diligently to identify areas where technology investments, operational upgrades...
NSM receives Joint Commission accreditation
April 9, 2025HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — National Seating & Mobility has again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Home Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. "NSM is honored to receive the Home Care reaccreditation from The Joint Commission," said Crispin Teufel, NSM CEO. "This recognition...
NSM becomes exclusive distributor for Ekso
February 10, 2025HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – National Seating & Mobility has partnered with Ekso Bionics Holdings to broaden access to Ekso’s Indego-powered exoskeleton device for individuals living with spinal cord injuries and other mobility challenges throughout North America. “NSM is committed to investing in resources and partnerships that enable us to bring the most advanced mobility and accessibility solutions to those we serve,” said Crispin Teufel, CEO of NSM. “We are proud to partner...
NSM enhances festival
October 1, 2024HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - National Seating & Mobility returned as the official ADA sponsor of the 2024 Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival on Sept. 28-29 at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, Tenn. This marks the fifth year the company has partnered with the festival to provide ADA accessible viewing for attendees with disabilities throughout the two-day event. “NSM was pleased to be a part of The Pilgrimage Festival hosted in the heart of our corporate headquarters’ hometown again this...
In brief: Industry’s warning, Philips’ lawsuit, AdaptHealth’s results, NSM’s potential sale
August 6, 2024HME News Staff
ARLINGTON, Va. – The now expired 75/25 blended Medicare reimbursement rates served as a lifeline for many HME companies in non-bid, non-rural areas and immediate intervention is needed to preserve this infrastructure that allows individuals to manage their medical needs at home, according to a new report from AAHomecare.
The report is based on a recent survey that found an overwhelming 93.5% of respondents have had to make difficult operational changes in response to the expired rates...
Cinven preps for NSM sale
August 6, 2024HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Cinven has engaged sell-side advisers Harris Williams and Morgan Stanley as it prepares to sell National Seating & Mobility, PE Hub reports. The London-based private equity firm, which bought NSM in 2019 for a reported $850 million, plans to put the company up for sale sometime after Labor Day, it reports. Previously, NSM was owned by Court Square Capital Partners from 2016-19 and by Wellspring Capital Management from 2012-16. Under Cinven, NSM entered the Canadian market...