Monthly Archives: August 2013

Immediate Action Needed:Proposed Funding Change for Durable Medical Equipment Devices

Action Needed: Proposed Funding Change for Durable Medical Equipment Devices Dear AT Community, We would like to make you aware that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently proposed changes in how Medicare pays for speech generating devices … Continue reading

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Coalition of Organizations for Assistive Technology (COAT)

  COAT individuals and organizations advocate for accessibility and usability of technology for people with disabilities. Enacting the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (21st CVAA) was a huge step forward and this new law is now being implemented. … Continue reading

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DME Reuse Works!

The Stavros Center for Independent Living has been running a durable medical equipment (DME) reuse program for several years. Partially funded with MassMATCH AT grant funds it accepts donations of gently used equipment, refurbishes it and gives to individuals with … Continue reading

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