Monthly Archives: July 2012

Proposed Legislation Calls for Separate Complex Rehabilitation Technology Category

HR 4378 is federal legislation seeking a separate category for complex rehab technology (CRT) within Medicare. CRT includes medically necessary and individually configured manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, adaptive seating and positioning systems, and other specialized equipment such as standing frames … Continue reading

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Report Shows Small Cost Impact for Bill Extending Hearing Aid Benefits to Children

From the Division of Health Care Finance and Policy: The Division of Health Care Finance and Policy (DHCFP) has completed its analysis of the cost and clinical efficacy of a potential mandated health benefit regarding hearing aids for Massachusetts children. … Continue reading

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MassHealth (Medicaid) Forums to Hear Concerns of MassHealth Members with Disabilities!

Join Christine Griffin, EOHHS Assistant Secretary and Dr. Julian Harris, Medicaid Director Boston Monday, July 9, 2012 5:00-7:00 pm State Transportation Building Floor 2, Conference Rooms 2 and 3 10 Park Place, Boston Hyannis Wednesday, July 11, 2012 1:00-3:00 pm … Continue reading

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The MassMATCH Summer Newsletter is Out!

Learn about the new wheelchair clinic in Amherst, upcoming AT events, advice on smoke detectors from MCDHH’s Jonathan O’Dell, a look at the Lawnbott Evolution (hands-off mowing!), and more! Check out the MassMATCH News Quarterly: Summer 2012

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