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Podcast: Balancing Power Wheelchair Innovation & Real-World Funding

Bret Tracy and Josh Haynes from Merits Health Products discuss stakeholder priorities and their impact on design.

Mobility Management Power Wheelchair Edition Now Available for Download

Stories include how the seemingly inside-out world of funding impacts power wheelchair design.

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 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.

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

The episode welcomes new Executive Director Wayne Grau.

CMS & Future Funding for Dynamic Backrests

Could innovation could be stymied by Medicare's coding policies and preferences?

Mobility Management Podcast: The Keys to Repair Reform

NSM's Bill Mixon and Charles Sargeant discuss the need for funding flexibility and changes to service policies for CRT.



Industry Rallies Support During Seat Elevation Comment Period

Comment period for seat elevation on Group 3 power chairs continues till Sept. 14.

NSM CEO Bill Mixon Guest Stars on Sen. Frist Podcast

The former Senate Majority Leader asked about Complex Rehab Technology issues and the industry's future.

CMS: Comment Period for Power Seat Elevation & Standing Will Open by August

Complex Rehab advocates have asked the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to reconsider its funding policies.

ATLAS Technology Introduces Electronic Prescriptions Function

New software capability is designed to streamline the referral process.

New ATLAS Technology Group Unites Four Service Entities

Services have been designed specifically for the business operations needs of CRT and DME suppliers.

NCART: Support Legislation to Adjust Medicare HME Reimbursement

Suppliers have faced rising business costs throughout the ongoing pandemic.

NCART: Ask Congress to Stop Upcoming Medicare Cuts

Medicare funding cuts are scheduled to go into effect next year.

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Words Matter

How the Language that CRT Uses Impacts Policy & Funding

How everyday vocabulary can impact funding and access to CRT.

Viewpoint: Identifying the Causes of Delays in Equipment Provision & Repairs

Delays in being able to deliver and repair CRT equipment are among the most common consumer and industry frustrations.

Commentary: Register Now for CRT Awareness Week’s Virtual Fly-In

The event is in September, but don't wait to participate.

In Support of Upper-Extremity Positioning