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CMS proposes changes to bid form, replacement requirements, infusion coverage
July 6, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed revising the reporting form for its competitive bidding program (CBP) – known as Form C – to include a new “country of origin” field for lead items furnished by contract suppliers.
The form collects product information such as manufacturer name, model name and model number, which is then displayed in the Medicare Supplier Directory on Medicare.gov.
“The new country of origin information...
CMS seeks to tighten provider enrollment provisions
July 2, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on July 1 released a 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System proposed rule that includes new provider enrollment provisions that would apply across Medicare provider and supplier types. Among the provisions: The ability to claw-back payments retroactive to the date of noncompliance for all revocations.
Under current regulations, certain Medicare enrollment revocations become effective prospectively — specifically,...
In brief: Oxygen access issues, wearable adoption barriers, N.C. rate floor
July 2, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Limited access to high-flow home oxygen is delaying hospital discharges and adding costs and risks for patients and the health care system, according to a national survey by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA). In the survey, 94% of 54 respiratory clinicians at 40 medical centers nationwide reported at least one discharge delay per month related to oxygen access issues. One-third reported six or more patients experiencing delays each month. Most delays added two or more...
HME industry must help shape policy, says new AAH chair
July 2, 2026Tracy Orzel, Managing Editor
WASHINGTON – Ryan Bullock, the new chairman of AAHomecare’s board, says the HME industry has an opportunity to take a more proactive role in shaping policy in ways that are fair and effective for providers and the patients they serve.
For Bullock, that means working with regulators before policy decisions harden into rules that providers must simply absorb.
“I want to make sure that the HME voice is heard loudly and clearly by policymakers,” said Bullock, chief strategy...
In brief: Bid form change, Medline response, CGM outcomes
July 2, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed revising the reporting form for its competitive bidding program (CBP) – known as Form C – to include a new “country of origin” field for lead items furnished by contract suppliers.
The form collects product information such as manufacturer name, model name and model number, which is then displayed in the Medicare Supplier Directory on Medicare.gov.
“The new country of origin information...
In brief: Tightening enrollment, SOAR Act urgency, summer advocacy
July 2, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on July 1 released a 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System proposed rule that includes new provider enrollment provisions that would apply across Medicare provider and supplier types. Among them: The ability to claw-back payments retroactive to the date of noncompliance for all revocations.
Under current regulations, certain Medicare enrollment revocations become effective prospectively — specifically, 30 days after...
‘Make Your Voice Heard’: VGM launches summer advocacy initiative
July 1, 2026HME News Staff
WATERLOO, Iowa – VGM Government Relations has launched a summer advocacy initiative encouraging home medical equipment (HME) providers to connect with legislators while they are back in their home states and districts. The campaign, “Make Your Voice Heard,” is designed to help providers build or strengthen relationships with elected officials and educate them on the challenges facing HME businesses, the patients they serve and the importance of policies that protect access to equipment...
In brief: Parachute Health’s new hire, NSM’s new partnership, AvaCare’s new product line
June 26, 2026HME News Staff
NEW YORK – Parachute Health has appointed Heather Yi as vice president of customer success to lead its customer success team and deepen its relationships with HME providers nationwide. Yi joins the company following an almost 16-year tenure at Brightree. "Heather has spent her career inside HME businesses and alongside them, and she understands what it actually takes to help them succeed," said Rob Boeye, EVP, HME Providers, at Parachute Health. "That kind of experience is exactly...
In brief: Aeroflow & Canopie, prior auth relief, massive fraud takedown
June 26, 2026HME News Staff
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Aeroflow Health has acquired Canopie, a digital health company that provides virtual preventative care programs for expecting and new moms, with a focus on mental health and physical wellness.
Aeroflow already connects moms with lactation supplies, feeding support, and perinatal education through its flagship business, Aeroflow Breastpumps.
"Supporting mothers through every stage of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond has always been our vision, not just through products,...
Bill seeks to eliminate prior authorization for wheelchair repairs
June 25, 2026HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., has introduced legislation that would remove prior authorization requirements from Medicare Advantage plans for maintenance and repairs to wheelchairs and other complex rehab technology (CRT).
“When a wheelchair breaks down, daily life is disrupted,” said Pressley. “I’m grateful to my constituents and our disability justice advocates for informing this vital legislation.”
Pressley announced the “Facilitating...