Legislation & Public Policy


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Featuring NCART, NRRTS, the Clinician Task Force, and Conde Nast Traveller.

Alexis Ward to Join AAHomecare in June

CRT policy/funding expert brings years of experience in working with Medicaid and managed care organizations.

United Spinal Seeks to Expand Grassroots Advocacy Network

Advocates can participate in virtual and in-person meetings with policy makers.

United Spinal Calls for Coverage Denial Stories

Association is working with seating veteran Jean Minkel to put denials in front of policy makers.

Mobility Management Podcast: After Seat Elevation, What’s Next for NCART?

Wayne Grau and Mickae Lee discuss repair reform, funding for power standing, and NCART's 2023 plans.

CMS to Offer Prior Authorization Option for PMD Accessories

A long list of accessories, from powered seating to seat cushions and backrests, is included.

CMS Seat Elevation Comment Period Closes March 17

NCART's comment recommends coverage for qualifying Medicare beneficiaries using Group 2, 3, 4, or 5 power wheelchairs.

Editor's Note

Commentary: The Big Potential of Thinking Small

Last week, Complex Rehab Technology advocates saw the payoff of small actions coming together.

Industry Rallies Support for Seat Elevation Proposed Decision

CMS is seeking public comment for the proposed decision through March 17.

CMS Issues Proposed Decision on Seat Elevation Coverage

New public comment period has opened for 30 days.



RESNA & CTF Seek Comments on Standing Position Paper

Paper is under a shortened comment period as industry awaits CMS coverage response.

Editor's Note

Commentary: Why I Don’t Understand CRT’s Repair Dilemma

When and why did "service" become such a controversial word?

Commentary

Editor's Note: Why is the ACAA Such a Mystery to Airlines?

Travel blogger Cory Lee Woodard just wanted his power chair back, Delta.

Industry Organizations Oppose Massachusetts Bill on Wheelchair Repair

NCART, HOMES, and AAHomecare have sent a letter objecting to the bill's focus on expanding wheelchair warranties.

Mobility Management Podcast: NCART’s Summer Successes & Fall Plans

The episode welcomes new Executive Director Wayne Grau.

CMS Comment Period for Seat Elevation Draws Robust Response

CMS has also announced a next-steps timeline, NCART says.

Senate Co-Sign Letter Now Available to Support Power Standing & Seat Elevation

Letter asks CMS to support seat elevation funding and to prioritize consideration for funding of power standing.

Editor's Note

I Attended the CRT Virtual Fly-In. Here’s What It Was Like

Editor Laurie Watanabe on this year's meeting with Congress.

CRT Virtual Fly-In Draws Record Participation

Advocates met with nearly 300 Congressional offices at the event.

Sign-On Letter Urges CMS to Prioritize Funding Reconsiderations for Seat Elevation & Standing

New letter addresses the lack of a public comment period for power standing.

In Support of Upper-Extremity Positioning