The Medicare allowable for seat elevation on a Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) power chair is getting a very modest increase. In a June 25 bulletin, the National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab Technology (NCART) said it had been notified that the allowable for HCPCS code E2298 — Complex rehabilitative power wheelchair accessory, power seat elevation…
CMS Raises CRT Seat Elevation Medicare Allowable by $13.62
Clinician Task Force Survey Focuses on Medicare Advantage Access
The CTF is asking for providers to track and report PWC claims sent to Medicare Advantage plans.
The Clinician Task Force (CTF) is using a survey to collect information on Medicare Advantage (MA) plans in an effort to better understand MA plans’ denials of power wheelchair claims. After entering contact information, survey participants are asked which MA plans they work with. Then participants are asked why they have decided not to work…
NCART, US Rehab Set Sept. 24 Fly-In Date
The in-person event in Washington, D.C., will rally support for Complex Rehab Technology issues.
The National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab Technology (NCART) and U.S. Rehab will cohost a Washington, D.C. legislative event on Sept. 24. In its newsletter issued May 30, NCART described the event as taking place in person and “focusing on educating members of Congress about the current economic issues challenging NCART members as they focus…
NCART Names New Senior Director of Payer Relations & Regulatory Affairs
The new director is a Complex Rehab Technology industry veteran.
The National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab Technology (NCART) has chosen Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) industry veteran Julie Piriano, PT, ATP/SMS, to be its new senior director of payer relations & regulatory affairs. NCART said in a May 6 news announcement that Piriano will be working “to ensure that all payers and insurers follow policy…
Briefly: NCART Joins YouTube; ALS Treatment Withdrawn After Trial Results
Featuring the National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab Technology and Amylyx Pharmaceuticals.
NCART Now Sharing Updates Via YouTube The National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab Technology (NCART) has created a YouTube channel. In an April 3 newsletter to stakeholders, NCART — @NCART-CRT — introduced the channel. Its first video is a greeting from Executive Director Wayne Grau, who said, “This is an incredible opportunity to share with…
Briefly: Medtrade Announces Attendance; Medicare Seat Elevation Coverage Now in Effect
Featuring Medtrade, NCART, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Medtrade Reports Robust Growth in Dallas Attendance at Medtrade, held March 26-28 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, grew by double digits, event officials said in a March 28 news announcement. “This year’s Medtrade attracted more than 2,300 qualified attendees,” Kerry Tyler, Medtrade’s associate show director, said. “That’s an increase of almost…
Briefly: RESNA Offers Free ATP Webinar; NCART Has a New Member
Featuring the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America and the National Coalition of Assistive & Rehab Technology.
RESNA to Host Free ATP Certification Pop-Up The Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) is hosting an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) eligibility Webinar for industry stakeholders who have questions about RESNA’s certification program. The session will take place Thurs., March 28, at 12 noon Eastern, and will include discussions on what…
Briefly: NCART Posts Payer Relations Position; SMA Organization Approves Grant
Featuring the National Coalition for Assistive and Rehab Technology and Cure SMA.
NCART Seeks Manager of Payer Relations The National Coalition for Assistive and Rehab Technology (NCART) is seeking a Manager of Payer Relations who will be “responsible for implementing and managing the NCART State Advocacy Program,” according to the organization’s website. “The individual will monitor, analyze, report and work with a team of dedicated payer and…
Briefly: NCART Hires Marketing Veteran; Noridian Wins Jurisdiction D Re-Award
Featuring the National Coalition of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers and Noridian Healthcare Solutions.
Barry Steelman to Lead NCART Marketing, Communication Efforts NCART has hired marketing and Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) industry veteran Barry Steelman to lead the organization’s marketing and communications campaigns. Steelman entered the CRT industry in 2001, when he became Permobil’s marketing manager. He has also served as director of marketing for Stealth Products, and now,…
NCART to Revamp Communications Efforts
The association announced changes to its newsletter distribution and public relations campaigns.
NCART is making changes to how it communicates with members and other Complex Rehab Technology stakeholders. In a March 6 bulletin to members, NCART said it will now send out newsletters at the start of the month rather than at the end, and that the organization will also send biweekly updates beginning March 20. A…