Providers
Collins Surgical scales team, offerings
July 10, 2026Tracy Orzel, Managing Editor
SOUTH EASTON, Mass. – Collins Surgical has nearly doubled its staff to 20 in the past year and has more than tripled its footprint to 10,000 square feet recently, as it expands its role beyond traditional durable medical equipment (DME).
“Our board of directors sat down probably two or three years ago and came up with a whole plan,” said General Manager Kevin Makie. “We call it our three Ps plan: We really wanted to invest in our people, our place and our process, and we've...
AdaptHealth reports cybersecurity attack
July 6, 2026HME News Staff
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. – AdaptHealth is investigating a security incident whereby a threat actor gained unauthorized access to company systems and exfiltrated certain data, according to a Form 8-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
The company says that upon learning of the incident, it promptly activated its incident response procedures, launched the investigation with the support of external advisors and cybersecurity experts to assess and contain the threat and notified...
HME Medical adds respiratory, builds West Coast hub
July 2, 2026Tracy Orzel, Managing Editor
RICHMOND, British Columbia – HME Medical Distribution’s new partnership with Yuwell marks more than an expansion into CPAP and respiratory products—it’s part of a broader strategy to evolve from a regional DME provider into a national medical equipment distributor.
“It’s a process that takes years and years, as we continue that transformation – whether that’s adding new products and new services, expanding our physical warehouse locations,”...
George’s Pharmacy & Medical Equipment revs up awareness with new spokesperson
June 30, 2026HME News Staff
INDIANAPOLIS – George’s Pharmacy & Medical Equipment has named Indianapolis 500 champion Al Unser Jr. as its official spokesperson. Their partnership will include television, radio, social media and community outreach initiatives designed to increase awareness of the company’s pharmacy, durable medical equipment (DME) and home accessibility services.
Unser’s reputation, credibility and connection with consumers make him an ideal ambassador for the George's brand, the...
AlternaCare turns 30 – with its roots showing
June 26, 2026Tracy Orzel, Managing Editor
GREAT BEND, Kan. – When Apollo Homecare of Kansas bought AlternaCare Home Medical Equipment, John Boswell inherited a company with owners who cared about where it went next.
“I had a relationship with them, and we did a few projects over the years, and it continued our relationship,” said Boswell, who founded Apollo in Topeka, Kan., 10 years ago and later expanded into Wichita. “Then, when they wanted to retire, the general manager reached out to me and asked me if I’d...
Aeroflow buys Canopie to offer new moms full suite of products, services
June 25, 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,...
HME Woman of the Year on leadership, adaptability and innovation
June 12, 2026Liz Beaulieu, Editor
WATERLOO, Iowa – After being named the 2026 HME Woman of the Year, Lisa Wells says her focus in the year ahead is simple: pay it forward.
“I came (to Med-South) knowing nothing, and now I’m a senior vice president,” she said after receiving the award at VGM’s Heartland Conference on June 9.
When asked what advice she shares with aspiring leaders, Wells pointed to a mindset she reinforces daily, including a ritual of listening to “Unstoppable” by Sia...
Scavenger hunts & company swag? At HSS, employee training focuses on engagement, confidence building
June 12, 2026Theresa Flaherty
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. – As Health System Services has grown, the company’s informal, “ad hoc” approach to employee training needed a more organized structure, said Josh Bach, senior manager of process improvement. The result: HSS Training Camp, the company’s people development initiative.
“We’re at a place where we’re trying to move out of tribal or legacy knowledge and to a more scalable approach that can have resources and answers and build more...
New accreditation cycle raises costs, burdens
June 5, 2026Theresa Flaherty
YARMOUTH, Maine – Home medical equipment (HME) providers who are preparing for resurvey and reaccreditation say CMS's move to an annual requirement adds significant administrative burden with little perceived benefit.
Providers push back on annual requirement
As part of its final rule on the competitive bidding program, CMS began requiring all providers to undergo annual reaccreditation starting Jan. 1, 2026 – a shift from the previous three-year cycle.
Providers say...
Sanford Health Equip buys Great Plains Restorative Services
June 2, 2026HME News Staff
BISMARK, N.D. – Sanford Health Equip has acquired Great Plains Restorative Services, a home medical equipment (HME) provider serving Bismarck, Dickinson and surrounding rural communities, in a move that expands its footprint into western North Dakota.
As a result of the deal, patients in the area will have access to expanded resources, a broader product offering and a regional care network, Sanford Health Equip says.
“Great Plains has built strong relationships and a reputation...