Tag: Reliable Medical
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...
Providers expect margin squeeze
April 4, 2025Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine – Amid all the chaos in Washington, D.C., including reorganizations and layoffs at CMS and potential Medicaid spending cuts, the administration’s far-reaching tariffs are of particular concern, say HME providers.
President Donald Trump implemented a new 10% tariff on all imported goods, no matter where they come from, on April 2, with even higher tariffs for certain countries.
“If someone were to ask me what keeps me up at night, it’s the...
Reliable Medical expands footprint in Georgia
February 19, 2025HME News Staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Reliable Medical has acquired Smyrna, Ga.-based Certified Seating and Mobility in a move that will streamline its service delivery and support throughout the state. Noelle and Rullie Hallman launched Certified Seating and Mobility, which serves the greater Atlanta area, in 2015. "We are thrilled to welcome the Certified Seating and Mobility team to the Reliable family,” said Charles Sargeant, CEO of Reliable Medical. “Noelle and Rullie have built a strong business...
Reliable Medical leverages Katie Stevens’ ‘superpower’
October 25, 2024Liz Beaulieu, Editor
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Reliable Medical’s Katie Stevens made employee recruitment, retention and culture a big focus as CEO, but now she can double down as the company’s new chief people officer.
Reliable Medical named Charles Sargeant CEO over the summer, replacing Stevens and allowing her to transition into this new role.
“My superpower is really in the people sphere, and I determined that that would be the best way to continue serving the organization,”...