A podcast that delivers business solutions, best practices, government updates, reimbursement advice and more to home medical equipment, complex rehab, home accessibility, mastectomy and women's health providers, as well as orthotics and prosthetics practitioners.
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This is a video podcast about a group of guys, The Viper Gaming Squad, and what we do is we get together and we film us playing video games like World of Warcraft, Halo, Halo 2, Line Rider, and other stuff...... Here is our podcast.
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The Whales are Whales Pod-Cast is a weekly gathering of creators from all the delightful shows you can find at www.WhalesAreWhales.com! A group of whales is called a "pod," so you get where we're going with this. It's a goofy, lighthearted place for the WaW crew to have unstructured conversations about both things and stuff. It's like an office water cooler hangout, but everything is recorded and published on the internet. Also there's lots of yelling. If you want to keep up with website hap ...
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User Friendly Advancements in Catheterization and Bowel Programs
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In this edition of the Industry Matters podcast, Heather Trumm, Director of Wound Care, talks with Jesi Stracham and Bri Paauwe, brand ambassadors for Wellspect. They discuss their health journeys and their successful search for user friendly catheters and a new product that makes bowel management easier for those with spinal cord injuries.…
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Treatment Option Advancements with Fisher & Paykel
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In this Respiratory edition of the Industry Matters podcast, Boone Lockard, VP of Respiratory chats with Chris Abad, Product Manager, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, about Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), treatment, and their new product, F&P Solo Pillows.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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Product Innovations in Humidification
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In this edition of Industry Matters, Respiratory Edition, Boone Lockard, VP of Clinical Services with VGM & Associates, talks with Michelle Douek, Product Manager with Fisher & Paykel, about respiratory humidification, when it's needed and the latest humidification product innovation from Fisher & Paykel. Listen in as they discuss what humidificati…
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Navigating Home Accessibility for ALS Clients
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In today's episode of Industry Matters, Jim Greatorex, VP of VGM Live at Home, discusses Alisa Brownlee's company, ALS at Home. Listen as they talk about her amazing work, the challenges of working with ALS patients, and interactions with the home access industry.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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The Case for DME Investment Continues to Strengthen
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Listen to Ike Isaacson, SVP of VGM Government Relations, and Brian Leitten, Leitten Consulting, discuss Brian’s latest findings related to DME investment and their outlook on competitive bidding.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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Yes, Seat Elevation is Covered on Group 2 Power Wheelchairs
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In this U.S. Rehab edition of the Industry Matters podcast, Ted Metcalf, Director of Business Development, for U.S. Rehab talks all things seat elevation for Group 2 non-complex power wheelchairs with Dan Fedor, Director of Education and Reimbursement for U.S. Rehab, and Bret Tracy, VP of Sales for Merits. They discuss codes, prior authorization, f…
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Advancing the COPD Standard of Care with Humidified High Flow Therapy
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In this episode of Industry Matters, Respiratory Edition, Boone Lockard, VP of Clinical Services, discusses humidified high flow and how it can positively impact COPD patients. Zach Haynes, Market Development Manager - Airvo from Fisher & Paykel discusses some challenges that homecare and long-term care clinicians face and how humidified high flow …
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As Cameron, Stephen and Bryan were heading home from VGM Con in April, as is tradition when they happen to all be in the same airport as each other, they recorded another episode of Airports are Loud. This time around, the airport was actually quite quiet! Enjoy this somber, chill episode of the Pod-Cast, and pretend you too are in an airport with …
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VGM Con happened in the lovely, slightly snowy Minnesota and EVERYONE was invited! Ben, Bryan, Stephen and Cameron took a moment out of their fun filled schedule to make a quick pod-cast in the middle of a busy restaurant at the venue. The entire convention was a lovely time, and it felt so good to get the gang back together. We hope to see everyon…
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VGM Launches Revenue Cycle Strategies
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Most people keep an eye on their personal health to make sure they are operating at peak levels. So why wouldn't you do the same for your business? Listen in as Ronda Buhrmester, Senior Director of Payer Relations and Reimbursement and Kim Cuce, Director of Business Optimization about VGM & Associates newest program, Revenue Cycle Strategies.…
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Drink the olive oil. It only burns for, like, 2 hours afterwards and gives Cameron a headache. Yes, you, YOU, drinking olive oil gives Cameron a headache. This is why he always has a headache. The boys also talk about other stuff I dunno, I think Ben’s gunna do music here pretty soon and I literally can’t wait to hear what me makes! He can make lig…
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In this episode of the Pod-Cast, the gang argues over which Pokémon is the best one and Stephen reads off a list of every single previous sponsor. But don’t worry about the show running out of content, because in the grand scheme of things, that’s not a very big problem! Edited by Stephen. Our theme music is The Olive Gang by coda. This podcast is …
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The Future Evolution of Home Access and Medical Referrals
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In today’s episode of Industry Matters, Jim Greatorex, vice president of VGM Live at Home talks with Cindi Petito, occupational therapist and owner of CHAS Consulting, about best practices for collaboration between home access professionals and medical communities to enhance the next level of care.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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VGM & Associates - Disrupting Traditional Paradigms in 2024
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In today's episode of Industry Matters , Dave Lyman, SVP of Sales, discusses the future of VGM & Associates with new president, Lindy Tentinger. Listen as they talk about opportunities, challenges, and how VGM plans to disrupt traditional paradigms to influence the continuum of care.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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Inventory Tracking Solutions for High-Value Assets with myTrace
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In today's episode of Industry Matters , Respiratory Edition – In today's episode, Boone Lockard, VP of Clinical Services with VGM & Associates talks with Greg Apostolou, President and CEO, and Elliot Campbell, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer with Trace Medical on their new myTrace device and how this device can be integral in high-value asset tra…
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Meet Direct Supply® – Bringing Innovation to the HME Industry
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In today’s episode, Dave Lyman, Senior Vice President of Sales for VGM & Associates talks with our vendor partner, Direct Supply. Dave and Nick Bush, Director of Business Development for Direct Supply, discuss supply chain reliability, creating outrageous customer service, and the importance of innovation and technology.…
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New Partnership Between MK Battery and Rolko
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In today's episode of Industry Matters, U.S. Rehab edition, Tyler Mahncke of U.S. Rehab discusses a new partnership between MK Battery and Rolko. By formulating this new partnership, U.S. Rehab members will now be able to order wheelchair parts through MK Battery, which is a cost and time savings for complex rehab providers.…
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Gather ‘round, gather ‘round and enjoy the ONLY weekly episode of the Pod-Cast that will happen this year! Bryan, Ben and Cameron learn all about some native cultures, why it’s ok to both like and dislike Hades 2, and to top it all off, Ben challenges Cameron and Bryan to a game of THE NEWLY-FRED GAME (patent pending). Edited by Ben. Our theme musi…
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Hello fair user! Sit back and relax as you enjoy the tale of three friends who grew, learned, laughed, loved, was, were, is, are and will be in 2023. In other words, please enjoy this Lookback Thingy for 2023! Edited by Cameron. Our theme music is The Olive Gang by coda.द्वारा Whales are Whales
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OPGA Product Spotlight: Episode 1 - Clean with Ross by TriOx
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Welcome to Industry Matters, in today’s product spotlight, Adam Miller, president of OGPA talks with supplier partner TriOx about one of their innovative products, ROSS. Use code: OPGA2024, to receive a discount on ROSS. If you have any questions reach out to info@cleanwithross.com.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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The boys (in this case, NOT Stephen) talk about what being a real GamerTM means, and how it has changed over time. They come to the conclusion that you should listen to the episode and find out what they concluded! Cameron beeps three whole times! Edited by Cameron. Our theme music is The Olive Gang by coda.…
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I will now explain this episode of the Pod-Cast with short, two word sentences. I can’t. Remember what. Happens in. This episode. We also do Spoooooooky Story TimeTM, and it’s a hoot. Like an owl! HOOT HOOT. Edited by Cameron. Our theme music is The Olive Gang by coda.द्वारा Whales are Whales
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Wound Healing Through Nutrition: Unveiling the Healing Power of Juven
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In today’s episode Heather Trumm, Director of VGM Wound Care talks with Linda Murray from Abbott Nutrition about the important role nutrition plays in wound healing and how a simple drink can help heal wounds. They talk about the different types of food groups to include, how much water is needed, and much more. Additional Resource: Patient Educati…
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Revolutionizing Mobility: Dr. Pooja Viswanathan, Tyler Mahncke, and Reliable Medical Supply on the Future of Smart Wheelchair Technology
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In today’s episode Tyler Mahncke, V.P of U.S. Rehab sits down with one of the top complex rehab technology providers in the U.S. along with Dr. Viswanathan, Founder and CEO of Braze, as they share stories about the success of this growing smart technology for power and manual wheelchairs. We chat a bit about how this has impacted their businesses, …
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Unlocking Access: Navigating Bank Trusts for Home Accessibility
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In today’s episode, VGM Live at Home’s vice president, Jim Greatorex talks with Rick Lair from Challenge Specialties about bank trusts and how they impact home accessibility clients and home modification companies.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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From Dreams to Life-Changing Beds: Tyler Mahncke, V.P of U.S. Rehab Chats with the CEO of Cubby Beds
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In today’s episode Tyler Mahncke, V.P of U.S. Rehab sits down with Caleb Polley, the CEO of Cubby Beds, one of the most innovative and fastest growing companies in CRT, as they share stories about the success of their life changing bed solution for children with special needs. We chat a bit about how Caleb got into the home medical industry, some o…
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I am late to go make dinner so I’m going to make this quick. Edited by Bryan. Our theme music is The Olive Gang by coda.द्वारा Whales are Whales
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Boy oh boy it’s time for another Pod-Cast, and you know what that means! It means we all recorded a Pod-Cast together! Join us for Ben’s painful musings, Stephen’s lovely musings, Cameron’s grumpy musings and Bryan’s Muse musings (he never talks about Muse). If this description was too vague for you, that’s a bummer! Edited by Cameron. Our theme mu…
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Knock knock, who’s there, it’s Cameron, he is visiting his best friends Stephen and Bryan at their home! (If anyone else claims to be Cameron’s best friend, our lawyers will shove them off a balcony.) At the end of a long, summery trip full of jolly games, delightful adventures, and screaming (sometimes all at once), the three Pod-Casters sit down …
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Help Us Prevent a 30% Decline in DME Reimbursement for 2024
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In today’s episode, VGM’s Craig Douglas and Ronda Buhrmester talk about the importance of taking action to pass Bill S. 1294 which would extend the 75/25 blended rate from the Cares Act. Listen as they explain why this is necessary and what you can do to help! Understanding the 75/25 Blended Rate and Why We Need Legislative Action! In 2020, amidst …
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Partnership for Positive Outcomes with MedSouth and Encore
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In today’s episode Boone Lockard, Director of VGM Respiratory talks with Encore Healthcare and MedSouth Inc about their partnership and the positive outcomes MedSouth Inc has seen using Encore’s Nexus Software and Program. You won’t want to miss this amazing story of how MedSouth Inc is changing people's lives.…
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Stephen and Cameron are HERE. They’re HERE and they’re HAPPY to TALK about THINGS. Stephen informs Cameron that their old catch phrase isn’t a thing anymore, they create their own game show that is only interesting to them, and then they continue to talk about various video games including the BlueTM BlurTM SonicTM himselfTM! Edited by Cameron. Our…
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Bryan and Cameron join up to chat about a game they’ve been waiting half a decade to talk about. So that naturally takes up a good chunk of the conversation, but they also have time to contemplate what the purpose of humanity is. Edited by Bryan. Our theme music is The Olive Gang by coda.द्वारा Whales are Whales
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In today's episode, Mandi Joyner, Senior Director of Marketing at VGM & Associates. talks with 3 of our payer, billing, and reimbursement experts; Ronda Buhrmester, Dan Fedor, and Craig Douglas about the end of the Public Health Emergency, or PHE and what that means for our members. Thank you all for taking time out of your hectic schedules to disc…
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Insights into Wound Care: Billing, Intake, and Operational Logistics with Industry Experts
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In today's episode of Industry Matters, Mandi Joyner discusses all things wound care with the Director of Wound Care, Heather Trumm, and Ronda Buhrmester, Sr. Director of Payer Relations and Reimbursement. They walk through billing, intake, wound care categories, and much more!द्वारा VGM & Associates
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This time around, the entire group HAS played The Last of Us Part Two (sorta) and really have mixed feelings. So they talk about those mixed feelings for like over an hour, wherein all of their true feelings come out in full force. Cameron says a bad word, but for emotional emphasis it is not edited out. We apologize for nothing. Except the title o…
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Limb Loss Registry & Evidence-Based Care in O&P
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In today’s episode, Adam Miller, president of OPGA, talks with Jeff Brandt, of Brandt Ventures, about the Limb Loss and Preservation Registry and the progress they’ve seen in the last year. They discuss the importance of the outcomes program in providing evidence-based care in the O&P profession.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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Does Cameron have an addictive personality? Can Bryan steer the conversation away from live action Dilbert? Will Stephen watch the entire collected works of Spongebob Squarepants? MAYBE. Edited by Bryan. Our theme music is The Olive Gang by coda. Additional Music: "Fretless" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attrib…
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The Countdown to Heartland 2023 Has Begun!
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In today’s episode, Mandi Joyner, Senior Director of Marketing for VGM & Associates, as well the Marketing Pillar for Heartland Conference talks with other members of the Heartland Conference planning committe about what to expect for 2023! She is joined by Jill Blaser, Heartland Chair; Kayla Mahler, Education Chair; and Samantha Doering, Events Ch…
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Hey there, fellow human listeners! Get ready for an exciting episode of our podcast where three close friends, Ben, Stephen, and Bryan, sit down for an engaging conversation that is definitely not generated by any AI. In this episode, the trio discusses some fascinating topics that are close to their hearts. First up, they dive deep into the world …
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Warning: This episode has small uses of strong language from Ben and Cameron. Cameron is too lazy to edit it. They’re both very sorry. This episode’s title and the following summary was, again, written by artificial intelligence ChatGPT in the speaking style of “being quirky”: Welcome to the '2022 Reflections' podcast, where we reflect on the wild …
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OIG Recommends 'High/Low Reward' Strategy on Intermittent Catheters
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In this episode of Industry Matters, Alan Morris, Director of Research and Strategy for VGM Government Relations, and John Gallagher, VP of VGM Government Relations, talk with Brian Leitten from Leitten Consulting, about a new study, "OIG Recommends 'High Risk/Low Reward' Strategy on Intermittent Catheters." The study looks at concerns and costs as…
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S9 E1: The AI-Powered Season 9 Premiere: A Podcasting Odyssey through 2022's Best Games, Acronym Trivia, and Cameron's Gourd-Losing Misadventures
This episode’s title and the following summary was written by artificial intelligence ChatGPT in the speaking style of Stephen: Hey there, Whales are Whales fans! It's Stephen here, and I am beyond excited to announce that we're starting off Season 9 with a bang! First of all, you'll notice that our intro banter has been written by none other than …
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Podcast Series Pt. 3: Billing Claims, HCPCS Codes, and Modifiers
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In today’s episode, Ronda Buhrmester, Sr. Director of Payer Relations and Reimbursement for VGM Government Relations, and Mandi Joyner, Sr. Director of Marketing, finish up their three-part series. In this final episode, they talk about billing the claim, HCPC Codes, modifiers, and avoiding some audits.…
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Podcast Series Pt.2: Medical Records, Delivery, and Ongoing Need
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In today’s episode, Ronda Buhrmester, Sr. Director of Payer Relations and Reimbursement for VGM Government Relations, and Mandi Joyner, Sr. Director of Marketing, continue their three-part series. In this second episode, they talk about medical records, delivery, and ongoing need, including drop-shipping and remote setups.…
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Podcast Series Pt.1: What You Need to Know About Intake, Prescriptions, and Orders
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In today’s episode, Ronda Buhrmester, Sr. Director of Payer Relations and Reimbursement for VGM Government Relations, and Mandi Joyner, Sr. Director of Marketing, kick off a three-part series. In this first episode, they talk about the intake process and ordering and how to help make this process as smooth as possible.…
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Bad news everybody. We aren’t on speaking terms with Sonic or Kratos. Their recent products have bummed out Stephen and Cameron respectively, but silver lining? We get some good old fashioned video game discussion out of the double breakup. There’s also a surprise guest later in the episode who is Ben. Oh darn, now there’s just a guest later in the…
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Uh oh I forgot how to write intros. Let’s try a joke. Why did the sardine… um… I don’t have a joke. Wait, let’s do a list. Here’s what happened on this episode of the Pod-Cast: Stephen and Cameron compared medical complaints and Ben was very supportive The concept of time is found lacking Stephen built a computer and told a neat little story about …
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Important Supplier Enrollment Updates - Changes to Contract!
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In today’s MUST listen to the episode, Mandi Joyner, Senior Director of Marketing, talks with Ronda Buhrmester, Senior Director of Payer Relations and Reimbursement for VGM Government Relations, and Kelly Grahovac, General Manager for the van Halem Group, about how the Mississippi River is playing a role in the changes to the DMEPOS provider enroll…
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Setting the Record Straight, Reverse Mortgages CAN Fund Home Accessibility Projects!
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In today’s episode, Jim Greatorex, VP of VGM’s Live at Home talks with Gabrielle Welter, Strategic Business Development Manager at AAG. They talk about how people can use reverse mortgages as funding resources for home accessibility projects.द्वारा VGM & Associates
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