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The Truth About the Trickle Effect
September 5, 2018
Categories: Blog
The Medicare Competitive Bidding Program for home medical equipment (HME) is setting a dangerous precedent for other insurance companies. This makes it harder for Americans to get the equipment they need, regardless of their insurance. The faulty and failing program cut funding for necessary HME, services, and supplies. This is creating widespread access issues for Medicare beneficiaries across America. The pricing from this program is having a trickle-down effect to other insurers, such as Medicaid,
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All in a Good Night’s Sleep
September 5, 2018
Categories: Blog
Vicki, a 47-year-old female, is one of the almost 22 million Americans who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is caused by soft tissue at the back of the throat blocking the airway. The most common symptom is loud snoring. Vicki says that she’s always been a loud snorer. But eventually what seemed like harmless snoring turned into something much worse. She began falling asleep quickly and at inappropriate times. OSA is known to cause disrupted sleep, extreme tiredness, and
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Independence – It’s Worth Fighting For
July 9, 2018
Categories: Blog
For 242 years, our country has celebrated its independence each July. But, while we celebrate our country’s independence, government policies have made it harder for millions of Americans to maintain their own independence. In previous posts, we discussed Medicare’s faulty “Competitive Bidding” program. The program has slashed funding for home medical equipment, supplies, and services by upwards of 50 percent. It has crippled access to these products and services many Americans
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This July, Let’s Celebrate Living Independently
July 9, 2018
Categories: Blog
Ever since the ink dried on the Declaration of Independence, people have gathered in July to celebrate. Back then, festivities included bonfires, concerts, parades, and even the firing of cannons. We’ve traded in the cannons for fireworks. But, what really gives Independence Day its flare is that families and communities come together to take part in the celebrations. That’s why this month People for Quality Care would like to celebrate independence—not just for our country,
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Congress Must Support HR 4229
May 31, 2018
Categories: Blog
We’ve discussed in other posts that a faulty and failing government policy is preventing Medicare beneficiaries from accessing medically necessary home medical equipment, supplies, and services. Critical funding for items like home oxygen therapy, wheelchairs, nebulizers, and more, has been slashed. The result? Many companies now find themselves unable to continue offering these products and services to those who need it. Recently, we heard of yet another company closing—this time