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LIVINGSTONE, Tenn. – Encore Healthcare has promoted Carrie Proffitt, RRT, to senior vice president of operations. Over the last few years, her role has evolved from clinical operations to overall operations of Encore’s software and service business lines. In her previous role as vice president of clinical operations, Proffitt demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication and a deep commitment to Encore's mission, the company says.  Dallas-based CCS has named Scott Streator...

WASHINGTON – House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., and Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., will hold a legislative hearing on April 30 to discuss legislative proposals that will strengthen the Medicaid program for individuals most in need. “Medicaid is indispensable to millions of Americans, particularly those with disabilities who rely on long-term services and supports,” they said in an announcement. “It’s critical...

IRVINE, Calif. – Fisher & Paykel Healthcare hosted a webinar this week to highlight the launch of its F&P Solo Nasal mask in the U.S. The company says the AutoFit mask is the first to allow users to stretch it onto their face and adjust it with one touch. “F&P Solo Nasal marks the creation of our AutoFit segment, and our teams have delivered a significant leap in mask innovation, driven by the unwavering commitment to enhance patient outcomes,” said Justin Callahan, vice president...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Forcura, a health care workflow management company, has released a new feature that uses HIPAA-compliant generative artificial intelligence to transform the intake process, instantly summarizing a patient referral packet and presenting essential criteria in a concise, shareable format. Users can manage all referrals from a single, digital inbox and efficiently move through a workflow that automates data capture with the company’s Referral IQ product, which also now...

NEW YORK – Sunknowledge, a provider of health care outsourcing solutions, has marked a 10-year partnership with a leading DME provider in New York. Through advanced technology experience and a dedicated team of professionals for all kinds of DME billing needs, Sunknowledge has effectively streamlined the billing processes for the DME company, ensuring maximum reimbursement and compliance with regulatory standards. “We are thrilled to commemorate 10 years of collaboration with one of New...

NEW YORK – Wearable Health Solutions, a provider of age-tech solutions, has established an official Amazon account, with an Amazon store to follow, to expand its market presence and offer its medical alerts to a wider audience. The company says the move underscores its commitment to accessibility and convenience for customers seeking its products. In addition to setting up the Amazon store, Wearable Health Solutions is currently in talks with seasoned marketing and sales management teams to...

ESPOO, Finland – Finnish health tech company Medixine has strengthened its presence in the U.S. market with “a deepened technological partnership” with Nonin Medical, a manufacturer of wearable and noninvasive medical monitoring devices. The new partnership will combine Medixine’s digital remote patient monitoring software platform with Nonin’s pulse oximetry devices. “In deepening our partnership with Nonin Medical, we’re setting ambitious goals together...

WATERLOO, Iowa – VGM & Associates has promoted Dave Lyman, BA, RRT-SDS, to executive vice president. In this new role, he will lead and grow membership communities and lead the sales, business development, contracting and marketing teams. “We are beyond excited to have Dave appointed to this new role at VGM,” says Lindy Tentinger, president, VGM & Associates. “Dave has consistently demonstrated the ability to be an engaging business and sales leader who builds important relationships...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. - Aeroflow Health celebrates the passage of LB 1215, a new law that ensures every woman in Nebraska’s medical assistance program will be provided an electric breast pump. The law, sponsored by state Sen. Ben Hansen, also provides new mothers with 10 visits with lactation consultants starting no later than Jan. 1, 2025. “Aeroflow has been steadfast in its mission to broaden access to care and medical supplies for new mothers across all income levels, and we are proud to...

WASHINGTON – CMS has shared with AAHomecare a 35-page document with resources related to the Change Healthcare cyberattack. The document also contains contact information for United Health Group, AmeriHealth Caritas, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, Cigna, CVS Health, Elevance Health, Humana, Kaiser Permanente and Molina Healthcare, along with other payers and subsidiaries. “CMS shared these resources with AAHomecare along with their response to our Mar. 13 letter requesting relief...