HomeCare September 25, 2024

Leitten Consulting released a comprehensive report highlighting the critical need for Medicare to shift its focus from competitive bidding to proactive investment in durable medical equipment.

WATERLOO, Iowa—Leitten Consulting has released a comprehensive report highlighting the critical need for Medicare to shift its focus from competitive bidding to proactive investment in durable medical equipment (DME). The report, authored by Brian Leitten, underscores the cost savings and health benefits of providing timely DME to Medicare beneficiaries.

The report highlights the cost of treatment versus prevention, revealing that the cost of treating injuries and illnesses due to the lack of DME far exceeds the cost of providing the necessary equipment. For example, every dollar spent on mobility DME can save Medicare...

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