Tag: Viemed
Viemed looks to sleep momentum, maternal health acquisition to fuel 2026
March 6, 2026Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
LAFAYETTE, La. – Viemed is forecasting “pretty aggressive” growth in its sleep business in the year ahead, driven by strong increases in new patient setups and a corresponding boost in its resupply business, say company execs.
During 2025, new sleep patient setups increased 70% and resupply sales increased 49% year-over-year, said CEO Casey Hoyt on a recent call to discuss the company’s fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings.
“As the PAP base grows, more patients...
CMS’s new vent guidelines spark provider adjustments
November 21, 2025Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine – New coverage guidelines for home mechanical ventilation (HMV) are now in effect, and respiratory providers say they’re ready to help patients succeed in therapy, but they warn that some requirements may be difficult to meet.
The guidelines, released June 9 and implemented Oct. 22, expand coverage of respiratory assist devices (RADs) for chronic respiratory failure, which is often associated with COPD; and establish coverage...
In brief: New issue brief on bid program, Viemed boost, AdvaMed support
November 7, 2025HME News Staff
SACRAMENTO – Proposed reforms to the next round of the competitive bidding program (CBP) for DMEPOS don’t go far enough to fix fundamental flaws, according to a new issue brief from the Center for Medical Economics and Innovation at the Pacific Research Institute, a nonpartisan, free market think tank.
“Medicare’s current broken bidding process drives up taxpayer costs, promotes the use of lower-quality equipment that doesn’t serve patients...
University, Viemed open new center to draw RTs to field
September 15, 2025HME News Staff
EUNICE, La. - Louisiana State University Eunice and Viemed Healthcare held a dedication ceremony recently for the newly named Viemed Respiratory Care Laboratory inside the Health Technology Building on campus.
Lafeyette, La.-based Viemed invested $100,000 to renovate and upgrade equipment, including a new medical air-gas system.
“At Viemed, our mission has always been to improve the quality of life for patients through exceptional respiratory care,” said Casey Hoyt, CEO of Viemed....
In brief: Philips recall & response, telehealth flexibilities, Rhythm hire, Viemed donation
September 15, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Philips Respironics has removed certain DreamStation devices due to programming errors that can result in failed therapy modes, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The affected devices are:
DreamStation Auto CPAP UDSX500S11F 00606959423314
DreamStation Auto BiPAP UDSX700S11F 00606959423338
DreamStation Auto CPAP UFRX500S14 00606959455045
Reason for recall
Philips Respironics...
Viemed officially adds Lehan’s to family
July 7, 2025HME News Staff
LAFAYETTE, La. – Viemed has completed the previously disclosed acquisition of Illinois-based Lehan's Medical Equipment for a base purchase price of $26 million, subject to customary adjustments, plus estimated contingent payments of $2.2 million. "We are pleased to close the acquisition of Lehan and bring this talented and highly motivated team into the Viemed family," said Casey Hoyt, CEO. "Lehan's 80-year track record and brand recognition in a large and fast-growing...
Win for patients, challenges for suppliers in new vent policy
June 20, 2025Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
WASHINGTON – The final national coverage determination (NCD) for noninvasive home mechanical ventilators (HMV) and respiratory assist devices (RADs) will make it easier for patients to access therapy but impose some additional requirements on HME providers, say industry stakeholders.
Released June 9, the final NCD provides coverage of RADs for the treatment of chronic respiratory failure that often accompanies COPD and establishes coverage for HMVs for the treatment of COPD.
“This...
Viemed readies to crack tough Chicago market
May 16, 2025Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
LAFAYETTE, La. – Viemed’s plan to buy Lehan’s Medical Equipment for $26 million provides a “strong beachhead” to grow in the Chicago area, says CEO Casey Hoyt.
Viemed announced May 6 that it had entered into an agreement to acquire the Dekalb, Ill.-based provider, which has six locations in the northern Illinois and west Chicagoland areas, including one in Wisconsin.
“Historically, we've had a tough time breaking into the Chicago market,”...
In brief: SOAR Act support, ActivStyle acquisition, Viemed & Inogen results
May 9, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – More than 30 patient, health care professional and industry organizations have signed a letter urging lawmakers to cosponsor the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act, which would remove supplemental oxygen from the competitive bidding program.
“Since 2011, supplemental oxygen has been part of Medicare’s DMEPOS competitive bidding program, resulting in significant decreases in payments for oxygen equipment and supplies,” the letter states....
In brief: Resmed evolves brand, Walgreens sells to PE, pharmacy hosts FTC chair
March 12, 2025HME News Staff
SAN DIEGO – Resmed has launched a rebrand to unify its portfolio and reflect its increasing direct-to-consumer engagement.
As part of the rebrand, Resmed plans to consolidate its brands, products and services under a single Resmed brand over the next couple of years, creating a more streamlined view for both consumers and health care providers.
“We are at a pivotal moment in health – sleep and breathing health are gaining the attention once reserved for diet and...