By monroewheelchair on May 7, 2010
On April 29, 2010, over 200 industry professionals, clinicians, and consumer advocates from around the country met in Washington, D.C. for the annual CELA (Continuing Education and Legislative Advocacy) conference. Their purpose? To fight for the future of Complex Rehab Technology. These people met with 225 Senate and Congressional offices in hopes of having their message heard. The message taken to Capitol Hill included 2 “asks” of the legislators; their support in creating a separate benefit category for Complex Rehab Technology within the Medicare program, and Congressional support of H.R. 3790 (the House bill wishing to end the Medicare Competitive bidding program for home medical equipment and services). At the debriefing following the Capital Hill visits, the overall assessment was that it was a resounding success for the industry. Numerous Legislators expressed their support and with follow-up communication between these offices and the CELA conference members we look forward to seeing what the future of Complex Rehab Technology holds.
Posted in Advocacy, Events, MW Staff
By monroewheelchair on March 26, 2010
Sue Murphy, ATP, working with the Insight Digitizer by PRM Rehab.
Monroe Wheelchair is proud to continually set new standards in providing cutting edge technology and service to our customers. One of the latest examples of this is the Insight Digitizer by PRM used in the custom molding process. Creating a custom molded seating system can be one of the most challenging and rewarding parts of providing complex rehab equipment. For those customers who do not have the ability to utilize off the shelf seat cushions and backs, the fabrication of their own unique seating is critical. This individualized fit process insures proper postural support and pressure management while the user is seated in their wheelchair.
Typically these custom fabricated seating components are created using either seating simulators, molding foam, or plaster casting materials. With the new Insight Digitizer system, a simulated shape for the individual seat and back mold is created using a bag filled with polystyrene beads. Once the form is captured, the air is withdrawn from the bags in order to maintain the shape of the user, and SNAP, a digital picture is taken of the seating system. This digital picture is then emailed to the seating manufacturer for production where CAD technology takes over. The finished product is then sent to the provider for a final accurate fit, covered, and delivered to the wheelchair user – Picture Perfect.
For more information on this product and other custom seating options please visit: www.prmrehab.com
Posted in MW Staff | Tagged custom, seating
By monroewheelchair on January 12, 2010
Monroe Wheelchair is pleased to announce the 2009 Monroe Wheelchair Employee of the Year recipient is Michele Russell. Michele started working for us in March of 2005 and was initially hired as a file clerk. Soon after she was hired she showed that she was capable of much more and moved from filing into a Medicaid billing position. In 2006 Michele took over her current documentation Quality Assurance position and quickly took this position to a new level. Michele improved the QA process by starting QA in the OK to Order status. This change in the QA process has helped to reduce our billing MIs and has helped to improve our cash flow throughout the month. Michele’s accuracy and attention to detail have help to improve our collections and reduce our overall DSO. Michele is always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done and her work ethic is respected by her co-workers. Michele is a true success story. She started in an entry level position and she has grown into one of our most valuable employees.
Congratulations Michelle!!!
Posted in MW Staff | Tagged employees, Medicaid
By monroewheelchair on December 17, 2009
In our efforts to continue improving communication with our customers, Monroe Wheelchair is proud to announce the launch of it’s updated website featuring a YouTube channel, a Facebook page, and this Blog. All three components are set to go live in early January – check back soon for new products and services, healthcare reform updates, and the latest technology enhancements available from your family at Monroe Wheelchair.
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged facebook, healthcare, technology, Wheelchairs, youtube
In memory of a former employee and animal lover, Jen Azzolina, Monroe Wheelchair has decided to start collecting money towards something called a K-Fund at the Humane Society of Greater Rochester/Lollypop Farm. This K-Fund (or Emergency Vet Assistance) is used to provide medical and surgical care for dogs and cats at the Humane Society that are victims of abuse. Two examples of dogs that are being rehabilitated through donations to the K-Fund are the two pit-bulls that were found left in city dumpsters last week. If you didn’t hear about it here is their heartbreaking story: http://www.whec.com/news/stories/s1631584.shtml.
The owner, Doug Westerdahl, has gratefully agreed that Monroe Wheelchair will match any dollar amounts given and we are setting an overall collection goal of $3,000 by September 1st. We are so excited to be able to honor a beloved employee, while supporting abused animals at the same time!
