Tag: Wheelchair
Merits Health writes new chapter for Motivation
March 23, 2026HME News Staff
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Merits Health Products has restarted production of the Motivation Charitable Trust range of wheelchairs, seating systems, trikes, parts and sports products.
Motivation closed its U.K. operation in 2025 due to global pressures, including cuts to international aid.
“It’s a natural fit for Merits,” said Jonathan Cheng, president of Merits Health Products. “Our ambition is always to create the best products in their class, with functionality for...
New York updates CRT maintenance, repair policies
December 4, 2025HME News Staff
ALBANY, N.Y. – The state of New York will cover preventative maintenance for all primary power wheelchairs (PWCs) that are less than five years old, effective Jan. 1, 2026, for fee-for-service (FFS) and March 1, 2026, for managed care, the National Coalition of Assistive and Rehab Technology (NCART) has reported. The state will also cover Group 2, Group 3, Group 4, Group 5 and Group 6 power wheelchairs with or without power options for use as a backup PWC when...
U.S. Rehab, Nymbl ‘make life so much easier’ for therapists
June 2, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
WATERLOO, Iowa, and DUBLIN, Ohio – U.S. Rehab, a division of VGM & Associates, and Nymbl Systems have collaborated on a new software feature that allows ATPs and therapists to communicate more efficiently about wheelchair evaluations.
ATPs whose companies use Nymbl Systems can now send therapists a link to create a login and password to access the new feature, called LMN Builder, to complete evaluations – with some information like patient name and date pre-populated –...
RJ Mobility marries ‘clever’ products with white-glove service
June 2, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. – RJ Mobility Alliance of Massachusetts has a unique product portfolio and a unique business model that the company hopes it can expand northward.
The two-year-old company, which accepts only cash and credit, is making a name for itself by selling rollators and scooters from brands like Rollz, Comodita, AGM, U-Step and Tzora online, and delivering, setting up and even customizing them for area residents.
Here’s what John Mirel, owner and CEO of...
Right-to-repair: NCART, NEMEP rally troops in NY
May 30, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
ALBANY, N.Y. – New York is the latest state where right-to-repair bills have popped up, prompting NCART and NEMEP to host a recent webcast to raise awareness and advocate for changes and protections.
“We have both risks and potential opportunities,” said Wayne Grau, executive director of NCART. “We want to give you what the bills are for, what’s been happening, what we need to do about it and how you can get involved. If there’s anything I’ve learned...
Invacare tees up second ‘Move For Mobility’ campaign
April 30, 2025HME News Staff
ELYRIA, Ohio – Invacare is launching its second “Move For Mobility” fundraising and activity campaign in Europe and Asia Pacific, building on the success of last year's campaign with partner Free Wheelchair Mission. “Move For Mobility” encourages and inspires employees, their families, and the company’s partners to get moving while raising money and awareness for Free Wheelchair Mission, a non-profit organization that provides wheelchairs at no cost to individuals...
Rehab Medical marks 20 years of service
March 26, 2025HME News Staff
INDIANAPOLIS – Rehab Medical is celebrating 20 years of service and dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges.
From its founding in 2005 as a durable medical equipment provider to its transition to a complex rehab technology (CRT) provider, Rehab Medical has supported countless users, providing them with custom mobility solutions that empower independence and confidence.
"As we take this time to reflect on what the...
Mobility City’s Craig Kreakie: From finance to franchise lead
March 21, 2025Tracy Orzel
BOCA RATON, Fla. – Craig Kreakie, Mobility’s City’s new vice president of franchise operations, was looking to buy a franchise, not secure an executive position, but the company’s leadership and support drew him in.
Now he’s keyed in to improving the efficiency of franchises on a broad scale, so they can do what they do best – help people.
HME News: What do you bring to the table at Mobility City?
Craig Kreakie: I started my career as...
United Spinal launches impact fund
March 11, 2025HME News Staff
NEW YORK – United Spinal Association has launched its Advocacy Impact Fund to defend disability rights and social programs that benefit people with disabilities. The fund will help provide the association with the resources to expand its nationwide Grassroots Advocacy Network to ensure that policymakers hear the needs and challenges of wheelchair users firsthand. "In these uncertain times, it's more critical than ever that our elected officials hear from the people they represent,”...
In wake of survey, ‘it’s time to rewrite CMS policy,’ stakeholders say
March 7, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
PITTSBURGH – A recent survey that shows most stakeholders are not satisfied with the current wheelchair service delivery process is damning but necessary if the industry wants to drive change, Mark Schmeler and Brad Dicianno say.
The survey, conducted by the University of Pittsburgh, The Ohio State University and University of Michigan, found that only 18% of 1,052 respondents felt positively about the delivery process.
“People may say, why is this significant; we knew...