Latest News

04/26/2024

VGM Releases Industry Playbook


04/24/2024

Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Town Halls Scheduled in May

Hosted by the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics


04/23/2024

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Live Webinars


04/22/2024

CMS Shares Additional Payer-Specific Resources Related to Change Healthcare Disruption


04/19/2024

Ohio Board of Pharmacy HME License and Registration Renewals Begin May 1

HME Advisory Committee Resumes Meetings for Five-Year Rule Review


04/16/2024

Don't Forget to Participate in 2024 HomeCare Salary, Staffing & Benefits Survey!


04/12/2024

New Provider Enrollment Resources Available; Feedback Needed from Suppliers


04/10/2024

AAHomecare Highlights Successful Medtrade; Honors Joel Marx as 2024 Van Miller Homecare Champion


04/08/2024

Check Out this Week's Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Hosted by CGS Administrators


04/05/2024

CGS Administrators to Host DME Workshops April 23-25 in Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Louisville


04/04/2024

ODM Hosts MyCare Ohio Community Input Sessions for Members and Providers

Non-Institutional Session (DMEPOS Included) Scheduled June 27


04/03/2024

Calling All HME Providers to Participate in 2024 HomeCare Salary, Staffing & Benefits Survey


04/02/2024

CGS Reports Systems Issues Affecting my CGS, IVR and Customer Support


04/01/2024

ODM Updates Home- and Community-Based Services Website to Combine Resources and Improve User Experience


03/29/2024

Double Digit Attendance Jump This Week at Medtrade 2024


03/28/2024

OIG Says Providers Can Offer Services to Caregivers

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


03/27/2024

OAMES Flagship Member ACU-Serve Acquires Beyond HME

Source: HomeCare Now 3/22/24


03/26/2024

CMS Updates Enrollment Application

Source:  AAHomecare Insider 3/20/2024


03/25/2024

Two Weeks to Go! April 8th Eclipse Could Affect HME Providers' Home Deliveries in Ohio

Reminder to Plan Ahead!


03/22/2024

"What's Your WHY" Campaign Launched by AAHomecare at Medtrade

Still Time to Register! OAMES Will See You in Dallas!


03/21/2024

ODM Begins Work on Next Generation MyCare Ohio, Kicks Off Recipient and Provider Input Sessions


03/20/2024

CGS Administrators to Host Jurisdiction B Roadshow Events in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky


03/19/2024

Legislative Update from AAHomecare: Healthcare Package Stalled


03/18/2024

One Week Until Medtrade!

'Last Chance' Medtrade Registration Rates in Effect Through March 25


03/15/2024

2024 HomeCare Salary, Staffing & Benefits Survey Now Open; Participate Today!


03/14/2024

ODM Begins Work on Next Generation MyCare Ohio, Will Host Meetings and Release MCO 'Request for Applications' Soon


03/12/2024

CMS Announces Multi-Pronged Effort to Strengthen Direct Care Workforce

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


03/11/2024

Don't Miss this Week's Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars


03/08/2024

AAHomecare Supports Anti-Fraud Measures in Wake of Intermittent Catheter Criminal Activity; Ohio Department of Insurance Releases Consumer Alert


03/07/2024

Tomorrow is the Deadline for Open Call for Vendors for Inaugural "Accessible Ohio Conference and Expo"


03/06/2024

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Offers Online Training and In-Person Connections at Medtrade


03/05/2024

DME 75/25 Relief Not Included in Latest Health Care Legislation Agreement

Continued Grassroots Advocacy Support Needed


03/04/2024

ODM Issues Important Information on Timely Filing Rule for EDI Submitted Claims


03/01/2024

Change Healthcare Network Interruption Alert: Brightree Webinar, ODM Announcement and AAHomecare Action


02/29/2024

March 2 Is World Teen Mental Wellness Day

Important Message from the Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities


02/28/2024

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Offers Online Training and In-Person Connections at Medtrade


02/27/2024

January 2024 DME Supplier Tracking Data Released

Ohio Has Experienced 45% Decrease in Supplier Locations


02/26/2024

Free DME Industry Webinars on Meeting Supplier Standards and National Provider Enrollment

Scheduled Feb. 27 and March 12


02/23/2024

Reminder on How To Access Ohio Department of Medicaid Fee Schedules


02/22/2024

HME Leaders Continue to Raise the Urgency on 75/25 Provisions on Capitol Hill


02/21/2024

Open Call for Vendors for Inaugural "Accessible Ohio Conference and Expo" this Summer in Columbus

Submissions Due Friday, March 8


02/20/2024

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Connects with HME Providers Online and at Medtrade


02/19/2024

Nominations for AAHomecare's 2024 'Homecare Champion' Award Due Friday, Feb. 23


02/16/2024

April 8th Eclipse Could Affect HME Providers' Home Deliveries in Ohio


02/15/2024

CMS Updates MLN Booklet on Power Mobility Devices Enhancing Content Clarity


02/14/2024

Ohio Medicaid Announces Integrated Helpdesk Changes and Improvements


02/13/2024

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Educational Webinars


02/12/2024

Nominations for AAHomecare's 2024 'Homecare Champion' Accepted Through Feb. 23


02/09/2024

DME MACs Streamline Ordering Process for PAP and RAD Supplies

'Dear Physician Letter' is Effective 2/01/24


02/08/2024

AARP Calls Credit for Caring Act 'Much Needed Relief for Caregivers'

Source: HomeCare Now


02/07/2024

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Educational Webinars


02/06/2024

Medtrade Early Registration Rates Good through Tomorrow! Sign Up Now!


02/05/2024

New Authentication Requirement When Calling JB DME Provider Contact Center Effective March 1


02/02/2024

Technology Stage On Medtrade Show Floor Offers 30-Minute Tech Presentations


02/01/2024

Welcome New OAMES Members!


01/31/2024

April 8th Eclipse Could Affect HME Providers' Home Deliveries


01/30/2024

Register for Upcoming CGS's Live Webinars on Numerous Medicare Topics


01/29/2024

Medtrade 2024 Early Registration Rates End Wednesday, February 7


01/26/2024

Philips Respironics Scales Back on Sleep and Respiratory Product Portfolio


01/25/2024

Why Every Provider Must Establish and Maintain a Fraud and Abuse Compliance Program

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


01/24/2024

AAHomecare Accepting Homecare Champion Nominations Through February 23

Champion Will Be Honored at Medtrade


01/23/2024

New White Paper Addresses Importance of Safeguarding Access to Enteral Nutrition


01/22/2024

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Scheduled this Week


01/20/2024

Congress Passes Short-Term Funding Measure without 75/25 Relief & Other Healthcare Extenders


01/19/2024

REMINDER! Terminations to Resume January 23 for Failure to Complete Ohio Medicaid Agreement Revalidations in PNM Module


01/19/2024

Workgroup Tackles Medicare Advantage Denials Impacting Access to CRT


01/18/2024

AAHomecare Hosts Medicare Advantage Webinar Next Week


01/17/2024

Ohio Department of Aging Announces Students Selected for 2024 Scholars in Aging Program


01/16/2024

VGM Fulfillment Names Peter Martin as President


01/15/2024

Congratulations to OAMES’ New Officers and Board Members!


01/12/2024

DMEPOS Improper Payment Rate Shows Continued Improvement


01/11/2024

January is National Mental Wellness Month


01/10/2024

Ohio BWC Hosts Virtual Provider Forum on Jan. 24


01/09/2024

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered Through January 18


01/08/2024

Dana McLaughlin of MSC Named the VGM Group's HME Woman of the Year


01/05/2024

Terminations to Resume 1/23/2024 for Failure to Complete Medicaid Agreement Revalidations in PNM Module

Important Message from Ohio Department of Medicaid


01/04/2024

Patients’ Right to Freedom of Choice of Providers

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


01/03/2024

Mickae Lee Departs National Coalition for Assistive and Rehab Technology


01/02/2024

Medtrade 2024 SmartSaver Registration Rates In Effect


12/29/2023

Temporary Interruption in myCGS and IVR Availability Due to Quarterly System Maintenance: December 29, 2023–January 1, 2024

News from CGS 12/28/2023 - DME MAC Jurisdiction B


12/28/2023

Thank You Associate Members and Sponsors for Your Partnership this Year!


12/26/2023

OAMES Year-End Reminders: Dues Renewals & Conference Save-the-Date!


12/22/2023

VGM & Associates Names Lindy Tentinger as President


12/21/2023

CMS Releases 2024 Fee Schedule

Source: AAHomecare Alert 12/20/23


12/20/2023

Advocacy Matters More Than Ever

Article by Kam Yuricich for Medtrade Monday 12/18/2023


12/19/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered this Week


12/18/2023

All About Accessibility: Handling Holiday Overwhelm

Message from the Ohio Dept. of Mental Health & Addiction Services and Ohio Dept. of Health


12/15/2023

Calling OAMES Provider Members: Annual Board of Directors Votes Due Today! 


12/14/2023

State Agencies and Partners Expand Resources to Keep Older Drivers Safe


12/13/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered Through Dec. 21


12/12/2023

DMEPOS CY 2024 CPI-U Increase Range from 2.6%-3%

Source: AAHomecare Alert 12/11/23


12/11/2023

Don't Forget to Renew Your OAMES 2024 Membership!

Not a Member? Join Today!


12/08/2023

Terminations to Resume 1/23/2024 for Failure to Complete Medicaid Agreement Revalidations in ODM Provider Network Management Module


12/07/2023

Amended Version of H.R 5555 Clears Energy and Commerce Committee

Source: AAHomecare Insider 12/06/23


12/06/2023

Medtrade 2024 Registration is Now Open


12/05/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered Through Dec. 14


12/04/2023

Ohio Department of Aging Celebrates Grand Opening of Golden Buckeye Center for Dementia Caregiving at OSU College of Nursing


12/01/2023

Sign Up for FREE December 19 CRT Industry Webinar

Hosted by NCART, NRRTS, US Rehab and the Clinician Task Force


11/30/2023

"Insider" Registration Rates For Medtrade 2024 Open On Monday, Dec. 4


11/29/2023

Save the Date! MHS24 Medical & Health Symposium Scheduled Nov. 13-15, 2024

Hosted by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation


11/28/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered Through Next Week


11/27/2023

Don't Miss OAMES Important Year-End Activities!


11/24/2023

New Mobility Scooter Company Signs On For Medtrade 2024


11/22/2023

Reimbursement Measures Move Forward as Congress Sets New Deadlines for Appropriations Legislation

Source: AAH Insider 11/21/23


11/21/2023

OAMES 43rd Annual Meeting & Exhibition is Booked for 2024!

Join Us October 16-17, Returning to The Grand Event Center in Columbus


11/20/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered Through November


11/17/2023

Ohio Medicaid Annual Open Enrollment Ends Soon

Members Can Select a Plan through November 30


11/16/2023

Joint Announcement from OAMES and Great Lakes: Executive Director Kam Yuricich Departs December 31, Transitions to Retirement in 2024


11/15/2023

AAHomecare Alert: HME Legislation Approved by Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee


11/14/2023

Upcoming Webinar: Hospices, SNFs and Part A: Opportunities for DME Suppliers

Sponsored by AAHomecare, Presented by Brown & Fortunato


11/13/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered Through Next Week


11/10/2023

CMS Issues Preliminary Coding Recommendation for Power Seat Elevation

Source: NCART


11/09/2023

Latest Supplier Tracking Continues to Show Decline in Medicare-Registered DMEPOS Locations

Ohio Has Lost 44% of Its Medicare Supplier Locations Since 2013


11/08/2023

The Product Evolution of Compass Health

OAMES 2023 Flagship Member Feature


11/07/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered Through Nov. 16


11/06/2023

Last Call for Candidates! Applications Due Nov. 10 for OAMES of Directors Election


11/03/2023

S. 1294 Provisions Included in Finance Committee Healthcare Legislation Draft

Breaking News from American Association for Homecare


11/02/2023

VGM Hosts Free Webinar on Nov 3, “Can Your Business Sustain a 30% Cut in Revenue?”


11/01/2023

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Educational Webinars


10/31/2023

Ohio Medicaid Annual Open Enrollment is Here!

Medicaid Members Can Select a Plan through November 30


10/30/2023

PET Scan False Claims Act Settlement: Lessons for Suppliers

Source: Medtrade Monday 10/30/2023


10/27/2023

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is Tomorrow!


10/26/2023

Bonuses for Employees

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


10/25/2023

Don't Miss CGS Medicare Mega Workshop in Columbus on Nov. 1


10/24/2023

A Big Win for CGM Patients and Suppliers: CMS to Allow for 90-Day Billing for CGM Supplies

Source: AAHomecare Alert 10/19/23


10/23/2023

CMS Chicago Hosts Oct. 25 "Real Time" Webinar on Medicare Open Enrollment

No-Charge Registration Required by Oct. 24


10/20/2023

Ready to Lead? Call for OAMES Board Candidates for Fall Election

Applications Due Nov. 10


10/18/2023

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Is Saturday, October 28


10/17/2023

Upcoming DME MAC Jurisdiction B & C Educational Webinars


10/16/2023

Continue Pushing Support for Medicare Rate Relief Legislation, HR 5555 & S.1294


10/13/2023

AAHomecare and VGM Partner for Targeted Virtual Hill Day on Nov. 13


10/12/2023

Preventing Violence in Home Care: Action Items

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


10/11/2023

Last Chance to Register for OAMES 2023 Annual Meeting & Exhibition on Oct. 18-19

Early-Bird Rates End Thursday!


10/10/2023

Upcoming DME MAC Jurisdiction B & C Educational Webinars

Reminder to Participate in Innovation Survey - Responses Due 10/15/23


10/09/2023

Department of Aging Encourages Older Ohioans to Find Opportunities in the Modern Workforce through Upcoming Online Job Trainings


10/06/2023

New Provider Enrollment Appeals & Rebuttals Contractor Starts Oct. 9

Source: AAHomecare Alert 10/05/23


10/05/2023

Record Turnout! Thank You Annual Meeting Exhibitors & Sponsors! Still Time to Register!

Early-Bird Registration Discount Rates End Oct. 12


10/04/2023

Nationwide Survey Shows Significant Cost Increases & Operational Challenges

Source: AAHomecare Insider 9/27/23


10/03/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC's Upcoming Educational Webinars


10/02/2023

2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Plan Information Now Available Ahead of Medicare Open Enrollment

Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7


09/29/2023

The Power of Inclusive Literature with Allison Boot, Ms. Wheelchair Ohio 2023

Message from Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities


09/28/2023

Grassroots Action Needed to Reinforce Virtual Legislative Conference Advocacy

Source: AAHomecare Insider 9/27/23


09/27/2023

OAMES Annual Meeting Exhibit Hall has SOLD OUT! Hotel Room Block Expanded, Group Rate Ends Friday!


09/26/2023

ODM Releases Latest Ohio Medicaid Managed Care Plan Comparison Document


09/25/2023

CMS’ Electronic Signature Requirements - Article by Jeffrey S. Baird, JD and Jacque K. Steelman, JD

Source: Medtrade Monday 9/25/2023


09/22/2023

OAMES Brings You the Hottest Topics and Best Connections at this Year's Annual Meeting & Exhibition


09/21/2023

CGS Provider Outreach and Education Hosts In-Person Workshops this Fall


09/20/2023

Comprehensive Medicare Rate Relief Legislation Introduced in US House

Source: AAHomecare Alert 9/19/23


09/19/2023

Last Call to Share Feedback on Development of AAHomecare Educational Platform

Survey Closes Tomorrow, Sept. 20


09/18/2023

2023-2024 Ohio Scholars in Aging Program Application Period Now Open

Applications Due by Friday, Nov. 3


09/15/2023

One Month Countdown to OAMES 42nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Columbus!


09/14/2023

Participation Encouraged in CGS Survey to Share Education and Training Feedback

Survey Remains Open Through October 15


09/13/2023

Feedback Needed as AAHomecare Develops Educational Platform

Survey Closes Wednesday, September 20


09/12/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Upcoming Live Webinars


09/11/2023

Join Us in Columbus Oct. 18-19 for OAMES 42nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition!


09/08/2023

2023-2024 Ohio Scholars in Aging Program Application Period Now Open

Applications Due by Friday, Nov. 3


09/07/2023

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Educational Webinars


09/06/2023

Virtual Conference Just Three Weeks Away - Critical Reimbursement Cuts Top of Agenda

Register by September 8, 2023


09/05/2023

Showcasing OxyGo: OAMES 2023 Flagship Member, Sponsor and Exhibitor


09/01/2023

HME Survey to Help Quantify Need for Reimbursement Relief!

Survey Closes Friday, September 8


08/31/2023

Registration Opens for OAMES 42nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition!


08/30/2023

Ohio Department of Aging Seeking Community Partners to Host Falls-Prevention Walking Events


08/29/2023

Time Running Out to Register for the Virtual AAHomecare Legislative Conference


08/28/2023

Are You Doing Your Part to Gain Support for S.1294?


08/25/2023

Why Every Provider Must Establish and Maintain a Fraud and Abuse Compliance Program

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


08/24/2023

Industry Advocacy Survey Launched to Capture Costs, Need for Sustainable Reimbursement

Source: AAHomecare Insider 8/23/23


08/23/2023

Participate in CGS Survey to Share Education and Training Feedback


08/22/2023

This Week's Jurisdiction B DME MAC Educational Webinars


08/21/2023

Health Policy Institute of Ohio Publishes Strategies to Prevent ACEs in Ohio


08/18/2023

Announcing OAMES 2023 Give-Back Recipient: Sunshine Communities

Meet & Support Sunshine Communities at OAMES Annual Meeting & Exhibition Oct. 18-19


08/17/2023

Meaningful Adjustments to Medicare Reimbursement Top Priority for Legislative Conference

3 Weeks Left to Register for AAHomecare's Virtual Event!


08/16/2023

Ohio Medicaid Develops New Form for Changing PNM Administrators


08/15/2023

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Educational Webinars


08/14/2023

Interested in Speaking at Medtrade? Submit Your Proposal by Aug. 28


08/10/2023

The Stakes are High

Source: AAHomecare Insider 8/09/23


08/09/2023

News from CGS: Get Answers to Your Post-PHE Billing Questions


08/08/2023

2023 CRT Awareness Week is Next Week!


08/07/2023

Governor DeWine Nominates Director of Department of Children and Youth


08/04/2023

HME News Introduces the Latest HME Databank; 2022 Medicare Data Now Available


08/03/2023

Judge Orders State to Provide Private Duty Nursing Care

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


08/03/2023

Record Turnout!  Thank You OAMES 2023 Annual Meeting Exhibitors & Sponsors!

Still Time to Register! Early-Bird Discount Rates Expire Oct. 12


08/02/2023

Ohio Medicaid Publishes Claim Submission and Adjudication FAQs

Source: ODM Press 7/28/2023


08/01/2023

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Educational Webinars


07/31/2023

OIG Report Puts Spotlight on Prior Authorization Denials and Limited Reviews Under Medicaid MCOs 

Source: AAHomecare Insider 7/26/23  


07/28/2023

Ohio Medicaid Managed Care Plan Open Enrollment Coming Soon


07/27/2023

Save the Date for OAMES 42nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition Oct. 18-19 in Columbus

Limited Exhibit Spaces and Sponsorships Available; Registration Opens Soon!


07/26/2023

EFT Authorization Agreement (CMS-588) Submission – Changes Effective August 21

Source: Novitas Solutions eNews 7/26/2023


07/25/2023

Ohio Department of Aging's 'Well Beyond 60! EXPO' Returns to Ohio State Fair on August 1

Access to Free Health Screenings, Wellness Demos, Giveaways & More


07/24/2023

AAHomecare Alert: House Oxygen Sign-On Letter Closes July 27


07/21/2023

DME MAC Jurisdictions B & C Host Mega Workshop on August 31 in Nashville


07/20/2023

OSHA Issues Final Rule That Includes New Requirements for Providers

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


07/19/2023

OAMES 2023 Flagship Member Feature: OxyGo


07/18/2023

Ask Your Representatives to Join House Sign-On Letter Protecting Access to Oxygen

Source: AAHomecare Alert 7/17/23


07/17/2023

Registration is Open for the Sept 13 Virtual CRT Congressional Fly-In

Hosted by NCART and NRRTS


07/14/2023

Medtrade 2024 – Call For Speakers

Deadline to Make Submissions is August 28


07/13/2023

Coloplast and AAHomecare Host Free Webinar July 17: Negotiations in a Post Pandemic HME Industry


07/12/2023

HME News Seeking Applicants for 2023 HME Provider of the Year

Deadline: July 31


07/11/2023

News for Ohio Medicaid Providers: Defects Impacting Delivery of 835 Files


07/10/2023

NCART Update on Power Seat Elevation Systems Coding Application


07/07/2023

Time Running Out to Participate in 2023 HME News/VGM & Associates Financial Benchmarking Survey

Deadline: Saturday, July 15


07/06/2023

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars


07/05/2023

OAMES 2023 Flagship Member Feature: Compass Health


07/03/2023

AAHomecare’s Virtual Washington Legislative Conference Connects You with Capitol Hill

Save the Date: September 20, 2023


06/30/2023

Continued Outreach Needed on S. 1294


06/29/2023

2023 HME News/VGM & Associates Financial Benchmarking Survey Now Open

Deadline to Respond is July 15


06/28/2023

CMS Issues Memo to Hospitals About Requirement to Provide Information to Post-Acute Providers

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


06/27/2023

HME News Seeking Applicants for 2023 HME Provider of the Year

Deadline: July 31


06/26/2023

Hotel Room Block Now Open for OAMES 42nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition

Join Us October 18-19 at The Grand Event Center in Columbus


06/23/2023

PTSD Screening Day Set for June 27

Source: Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities


06/22/2023

Call for Applications for Governor's Inclusive Employer Award

Application Deadline is August 4


06/21/2023

2023 HME News/VGM & Associates Financial Benchmarking Survey Now Open

Deadline to Respond is July 15


06/20/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars this Week; Save the Date for In-Person Workshop on August 31


06/19/2023

Anatomy Of A Government Investigation

Words by: Denise M. Leard, JD and Jeffrey S. Baird, JD


06/16/2023

Action Required: Ohio Medicaid's PNM eLicense Terminations

Source: ODM Press 6/16/2023


06/16/2023

Latest Supplier Tracking Shows Continued Decline in Medicare-Registered DMEPOS Locations

Source: AAHomecare Insider 6/14/23


06/15/2023

Ohio Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day


06/14/2023

AAHomecare and Coloplast Host Free Webinar on Post Pandemic Contract Negotiations for HME Providers


06/13/2023

Halfway Through 2023: Here’s A Bit Of What You Missed

Source:  Medtrade Monday 6/12/2023


06/12/2023

Hotel Room Block Opens for OAMES 42nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition

Join Us October 18-19 at The Grand Event Center in Columbus


06/09/2023

CGS Administrators Offer In-Person and Online Options for Medicare Education this Summer


06/08/2023

Supreme Court Rules on Knowledge Required to Prove False Claims

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


06/07/2023

Highlights of Ohio Medicaid's Medical Care Advisory Committee Q2 Meeting


06/06/2023

June and July: Action Time for S. 1294

Source: AAHomecare Insider


06/05/2023

CGS DME Workshops Scheduled in Indianapolis on June 21 and Milwaukee on July 12

Program Agenda and Registration Details Now Available


06/02/2023

Surgeon General Advisory About Effects Social Media Use Has on Youth Mental Health

Source: OACBHA "Up to the Minute"


06/01/2023

Upcoming Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars; PHE 'Ask the Contractor' Q&As Now Available


05/31/2023

Save the Dates for HME & CRT Industry Virtual Advocacy Events this Fall!


05/30/2023

Ohio Department of Medicaid In-person Site Visits to Resume July 1, 2023


05/26/2023

PHE Unwinding Resources from Ohio Medicaid and CMS Region 5

Help Spread the Word to Consumers


05/25/2023

CBIC Announces "Temporary Gap Period" for DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program


05/25/2023

DME MAC Jurisdictions B & C Host Comprehensive Workshop on June 21

Workshop Scheduled at Embassy Suites Airport - Indianapolis, Indiana


05/24/2023

OSHA Increasingly Likely to Act Against Workplace Violence

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


05/23/2023

ODM Provides Payment Calculation Details on Second Round of Managed Care ARPA HCBS Funds


05/22/2023

Industry Gathers Intel on Lymphedema Supplier Market

Source: AAHomecare Alert 5/22/23


05/19/2023

LAST CHANCE! Participate in AAHomecare HME Strategic Priorities Survey to Help Chart our Future

Survey Deadline is TODAY!


05/18/2023

CMS Grants Medicare Coverage for Seat Elevation Systems

Source: AAHomecare Alert 5/16/2023


05/17/2023

What is the Key to Business Longevity? Ask an Old Company.

Guest Article by Sandra Harbrecht Ratchford, Paul Werth Associates


05/16/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered this Week


05/15/2023

Alexis Ward Joins AAHomecare Payer Relations Team

Source: American Association for Homecare


05/12/2023

Surveyors and "Light Bulb" Experiences

Guest Article: Elizabeth E. Hogue, Esq.


05/11/2023

OAMES On Capitol Hill this Week to Advocate for HME Priorities

Members Urged to Make Contact Today to Support S. 1294


05/10/2023

Help Shape the Future! Participate in AAHomecare HME Strategic Priorities Survey

Survey Deadline is Friday, May 12


05/09/2023

ODM Announcement on ARPA Provider Relief Payment

Information on the Second Half of Medicaid Managed Care Funds


05/08/2023

Register Now for May 10 "Real Time" CMS Chicago Office Webinar on "Ending of PHE"

Source: Chicago Local Engagement and Administration Announcement


05/05/2023

Co-Sponsors Wanted: Ask Your Senators to Sign on to New 75/25 Legislation

Source: AAHomecare Insider 5/03/23


05/04/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Hosts Two ACT Calls on End of COVID-19 PHE


05/02/2023

Jurisdiction B DME MAC Webinars Offered the Next Two Weeks


05/01/2023

AAHomecare HME Strategic Priorities Survey Now Open


04/28/2023

DME MACs Publish Guidance on Claim Submission Instruction for Post-PHE


04/27/2023

Senators Thune and Stabenow Introduce 75/25 Rate Legislation

AAHomecare News 4/27/2023


04/26/2023

CMS Releases Updated Post-PHE Frequently Asked Questions


10/04/2012

2013 Salary Survey Now Underway by Homecare Magazine


09/24/2012

H.R. 6490 - Our Opportunity to Enact the Market Pricing Program and Replace the Medicare Bidding


09/17/2012

Kentucky Passes HME Licensure - Effective September 30, 2012


09/04/2012

House Small Business Committee to Hold Hearing on Sept. 11 on Medicare DME Bidding Problems


08/29/2012

Legislative Alert! Urge Your Representative to Cosponsor Price Bill to Enact Market Pricing Program


08/21/2012

Medicare DME Bidding Round 1 Recompete Registration Now Open


08/09/2012

Expert Debunks Claim that Bidding Doesn't Hurt Beneficiaries


08/01/2012

Kasich Administration Launches Plans to Make Ohio Medicaid Stand-Alone Cabinet Agency


07/26/2012

Study Shows Medicare Bidding Toll on Iowa: 2,500 Jobs Lost, $200 Million In Economic Activity Gone


07/16/2012

Bloomberg Study Questions Medicare's Bidding Program


07/10/2012

2012 HME Financial Benchmark Survey - Get the Results!


07/10/2012

OAMES Member Law Firm Offers Analysis on Supreme Court's Ruling of Accordable Care Act


06/28/2012

Supreme Court Upholds the Individual Mandate in the Healthcare Reform Law


06/12/2012

Ohio Dept of Aging and Veterans Services Announce War Era Story Project


06/06/2012

Ohio Takes Next Steps to Modernize Eligibility Systems


06/06/2012

Caltech Economist: Potential for Disaster Is Built into Bidding System


05/17/2012

"When Competitive Bidding Hurts Patients", Boston Physician Criticizes Medicare Bid Program


05/03/2012

House Hearing May 9 Offers Chance to Highlight Serious Failings of Bidding Program