Tag: Reliable Medical
In brief: Mobility Act clears Senate, PBMs lock in, Reliable Medical buys, AAH surveys
October 2, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The Choices for Increased Mobility Act, H.R. 1703, passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent on Sept. 30, clearing its final legislative hurdle.
The bill, which will create separate HCPCS codes for manual wheelchair bases made with titanium or carbon fiber and those made without those materials, now heads to the president for his signature, according to AAHomecare.
"This is a tremendous win for Medicare beneficiaries who rely on lightweight mobility technology,"...
In brief: Accendra Health CEO, Reliable Medical buy, SpinLife franchise
September 18, 2026HME News Staff
RICHMOND, Va. – Accendra Health has named Kenneth Gardner-Smith as its next president and CEO, succeeding Edward Pesicka, who announced his plans to retire in August.
Gardner-Smith, who has served on the company’s board of directors since March 2022, is expected to assume the role early in the fourth quarter of 2026. He currently serves as CEO of Veritas Veterinary Partners, a national specialty and emergency veterinary platform, where he spearheaded a strategy reset and executive...
Reliable Medical buys Freedom in Mobility
September 16, 2026HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Reliable Medical has acquired Huntsville, Ala.-based complex rehab technology (CRT) provider Freedom in Mobility, deepening its coverage across Alabama and Tennessee.
Charles Sargeant, CEO of Reliable Medical, says Freedom in Mobility’s “Mobility Made Simple” philosophy is a natural extension of Reliable Medical’ s patient-first approach.
“(Teresa Glass Owens, president,) and Forrest have built an exceptional CRT provider with the clinical...
Nick Boyer helps build pipeline of ATPs at Reliable
April 24, 2026Liz Beaulieu, Editor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – In a complex rehab technology (CRT) market where the number of assistive technology professionals (ATPs) on staff can determine a company’s growth, Nick Boyer has developed a training course that has helped Reliable Medical keep pace with its expansion plans.
Boyer, vice president of CRT growth and integration, rolled out the course last year, helping three rehab technology suppliers (RTSs) and four technicians pass RESNA’s ATP exam. Already this year, one...
Reliable Medical adds new execs to spur growth
April 6, 2026HME News Staff
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Reliable Medical has named Tim Williams as a business development consultant to support growth in its complex rehab technology (CRT) division. With 45 years of industry experience and as an assistive technology professional (ATP) since 1987, Williams brings deep expertise in multi-state business development, accreditation and organizational growth, the company says. “Tim’s career has been guided by a steadfast commitment to quality client care and advocacy for...
Reliable Medical invests in proactive approach to payer relations
April 3, 2026Liz Beaulieu, Editor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Connecting and building trusted relationships with payers is too often a reactive exercise, when it should be proactive, says Brendan Swift, the new vice president of payer relations at Reliable Medical.
“When and if an issue comes into play, it’s extremely important that you have foundational trust and connection built with your partner,” said Swift, whose previous experience includes 10 years within the complex rehab technology (CRT) and HME industry...
Reliable Medical adds two execs to board
March 9, 2026HME News Staff
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Reliable Medical has appointed John Bertone and Arvind Ramakrishnan to its board of directors. “We are incredibly excited about the impact John and Arvind will have as we execute on our long-term vision,” said Charles Sargeant, CEO of Reliable Medical. “Their passion for the people we serve, depth of industry experience, and strategic insight will be invaluable as we continue building a market-leading organization focused on patients, our people, and sustainable...
Reliable Medical to expand CRT reach, modernize systems with Gauge Capital
January 30, 2026Liz Beaulieu, Editor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Reliable Medical’s partnership with Seven Hills Capital helped transform the company into a “super regional,” expanding its reach from a single state to 15 states between 2018 and 2025. Now, with a new investment from Gauge Capital, CEO Charles Sargeant says the company is setting its sights even higher.
“We have bigger ambitions,” he said. “The goal is to be fully recognized as a national complex rehab technology (CRT)...
In brief: Gauge invests in Reliable, BioMatrix buys First Choice, AMA pushes telehealth
January 9, 2026HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn., and SOUTHLAKE, Texas – Gauge Capital has partnered with the management team of Reliable Medical to provide growth capital and recapitalize the business.
Gauge Capital, a middle-market private equity firm based in Southlake, Texas, acquired Reliable Medical from Seven Hills Capital, which first invested in the company in 2018 and re-invested in 2024.
“We’re excited to partner with Gauge, whose...
Gauge Capital acquires stake in Reliable Medical, plans next phase of expansion
January 7, 2026HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn., and SOUTHLAKE, Texas – Gauge Capital has partnered with the management team of Reliable Medical to provide growth capital and recapitalize the business.
Gauge Capital, a middle-market private equity firm based in Southlake, Texas, acquired Reliable Medical from Seven Hills Capital, which first invested in the company in 2018 and re-invested in 2024.
“We’re excited...