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Congress Takes Action to Reform Oxygen Payment for Medicare Beneficiaries

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

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After nearly two years of concentrated work and advocacy, the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and the Oxygen Reform Coalition are deeply gratified to announce that the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) legislation was introduced on February 28, 2024, by Senators Cassidy (R-LA), Warner (D-VA), and Klobuchar (D-MN).

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After nearly two years of concentrated work and advocacy, the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and the Oxygen Reform Coalition are deeply gratified to announce that the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) legislation was introduced on February 28, 2024, by Senators Cassidy (R-LA), Warner (D-VA), and Klobuchar (D-MN).
The Coalition expects a House version of this bill to be introduced in the following weeks.
AARC prioritized the introduction of this legislation in September 2023 at its annual Washington, DC Respiratory Care Fly-In.
AARC Political Action Contact Team (PACT) members had more than 200 meetings with congressional members to discuss the Four Pillars for Oxygen Reform , including payment for respiratory therapists to visit and educate oxygen patients in their homes therefore improving patient outcomes.

World's Largest Biohacking Conference Celebrates 10th Anniversary in New Location -- Dallas, TX

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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DALLAS, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Biohacking Conference is marking a big milestone in 2024 with its 10th anniversary celebration from May 30 through June 1. For the first time, the Conference will head to Dallas, TX, taking over the Sheraton Dallas Hotel with a 3-day event that pushes the boundaries of human potential and longevity around the theme, "Live Beyond 180."

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Hosted by the "Father of Biohacking" Dave Asprey and Upgrade Labs , the highly acclaimed Biohacking Conference is the largest and most influential event of its kind.
Ten years ago, Asprey hosted the first ever Biohacking Conference in a San Francisco bar.
In addition, the Conference will feature over 60 experts including inspirational keynote speakers and intimate breakout sessions.
The most popular attraction of the Biohacking Conference every year is the "Biohacking Wonderland," where over 100 exhibiting partners will showcase cutting-edge technologies and the latest innovations from healthy food, footwear, frequencies, and much more.

Sands Point Center for Health & Rehabilitation obtains Enhanced Respiratory Care Standards of Care accreditation

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is pleased to announce that Sands Point Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Port Washington, NY has achieved or surpassed the Enhanced Respiratory Care Standards of Care. Sands Point is one of the first facilities to be awarded Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation in Long Island.

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PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is pleased to announce that Sands Point Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Port Washington, NY has achieved or surpassed the Enhanced Respiratory Care Standards of Care.
Dr. Jerry Gentile, EdD, MEd, MSHA, MPH, MBA, BSRT, BSHA, RRT (Consulting Director of Respiratory Care Services and Managing Partner, Respiratory Care Group, LLC) commented on the significance and importance of receiving accreditation, "I am pleased that our respiratory care unit at Sands Point Center has met the rigorous requirements of the Enhanced Respiratory Care Program.
The Enhanced Respiratory Care Standards of Care are supported and endorsed by the American Association for Respiratory Care .
Gene Gantt RRT, FAARC, whose team has developed and managed the Enhanced Respiratory Care program in Tennessee since 2013, said, "The Enhanced Respiratory Care Program is based on standards published by the American Association for Respiratory Care.

Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety Announces Launch of Internationally Recognized Curriculum on Enhanced Respiratory Care

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Monday, January 22, 2024

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CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) announced today the launch of a suite of 7 continuing medical education (CME) online courses to educate and certify clinicians worldwide as part of its Enhanced Respiratory Care program. The clinician certification curriculum focuses on the management of patients with mechanical ventilation and offers CME credits for both US and ex-US clinicians.

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With the Enhanced Respiratory Care clinician certification curriculum, PPAHS now looks to expand its mission to the clinician level.
The curriculum is certified by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) for CRCE (Continuing Respiratory Care Education).
"Clinicians who have been certified in Enhanced Respiratory Care demonstrate their commitment to providing care to their patients following the gold standard of care that the Enhanced Respiratory Care Standards Committee has set."
To take the courses for continuing medical education (CME) credits, please click on the Enhanced Respiratory Care course link at https://ppahs.org/continuing-medical-education-cme-courses/ .

Kulana Malama Joins Elite Healthcare Facilities Achieving Patient Safety and Quality of Patient Care

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

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EWA BEACH, Hawaii, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is pleased to announce that Kulana Malama in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, is the first pediatric healthcare facility in the United States to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care accreditation.

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EWA BEACH, Hawaii, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is pleased to announce that Kulana Malama in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, is the first pediatric healthcare facility in the United States to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care accreditation .
healthcare facilities that implemented the enhanced respiratory care program in Tennessee, where the Enhanced Respiratory Care program began in 2002 not only delivered high-value care to their patients but doubled their resource utilization rates from an average of $350 to $700 per day.
"Our Enhanced Respiratory Care accreditation is a testament to our commitment to providing the highest quality for our patients," said Wendell Inouye, RRT-NPS (Director, Respiratory Care Services at Kulana Malama).
We invite all healthcare facilities to apply for accreditation and demonstrate their commitment to delivering quality patient care, following the high Standards of Care set by the Enhanced Respiratory Care Committee ."

Monaghan Medical Celebrates Prestigious 2023 AARC Zenith Award Recognition

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Friday, December 1, 2023

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y., Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monaghan Medical Corporation, a pioneering force in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of respiratory devices, is delighted to announce its receipt of the esteemed 2023 Zenith Award. Bestowed by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), this accolade reaffirms Monaghan Medical's steadfast dedication to excellence in the respiratory care industry.

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y., Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monaghan Medical Corporation, a pioneering force in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of respiratory devices, is delighted to announce its receipt of the esteemed 2023 Zenith Award.
Bestowed by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), this accolade reaffirms Monaghan Medical's steadfast dedication to excellence in the respiratory care industry.
Awarded on November 5, 2023, the 2023 AARC Zenith Award commends Monaghan for its outstanding contributions to the respiratory care profession.
"The AARC Zenith Award stands as a testament to our commitment to excellence, and we are thrilled to be acknowledged in this way," remarked Bill Seitz, President at Monaghan Medical.

Generations at Regency Joins Elite Healthcare Facilities Achieving Improved Patient Safety and Quality of Patient Care

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Friday, December 22, 2023

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NILES, Ill., Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is pleased to announce that Generations at Regency in Niles, Illinois, is one of the first healthcare facilities in Illinois and in the mid-west to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation.

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Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation demonstrates our continuing commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
"Generations at Regency offers a family-like setting for seniors needing long-term care or short-term rehabilitation," said Renee Ramos (Administrator, Generations at Regency).
Healthcare facilities looking to demonstrate their commitment to patient safety and the quality of patient care are invited to complete the online form to apply for Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation.
PPAHS would like to thank Breas, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, and Vapotherm for sharing our goal to improve patient safety and the quality of patient care and for their educational support of the Enhanced Respiratory Care Program.

Auburn Village Joins Top 1% of Healthcare Facilities Achieving Improved Patient Safety and Quality of Patient Care

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

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AUBURN, Ind., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is pleased to announce that Auburn Village in Auburn, Indiana, is the first skilled nursing facility in the State of Indiana to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care accreditation.

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Auburn Village in Auburn, Indiana is the first skilled nursing facility in the State of Indiana to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care accreditation.
Enhanced Respiratory Care accreditation demonstrates our continuing commitment to providing the highest quality care for our patients.
"At Auburn Village, our goal is to provide compassionate person-centered care in a warm family-like setting with quality-of-life activities," said Derek Moss (Administrator, Auburn Village).
"Our Enhanced Respiratory Care accreditation demonstrates our continuing commitment to providing the highest quality care for our patients."

Beyond Air® Reports Financial Results for Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2024

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Monday, November 13, 2023

“Market confidence in our superior LungFit PH technology continues to grow along with our market penetration and opportunities.

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“Market confidence in our superior LungFit PH technology continues to grow along with our market penetration and opportunities.
I am proud of our progress and want to thank our customers who gave us the opportunity to succeed over the past year.
Aside from these one-time payments, cash burn in the quarter was $10.1 million which is in line with our guidance of approximately $10 million per quarter.
As of September 30, 2023, the Company had cash, restricted cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities of $43.9 million.

Generations at Oakton Pavillion Joins Top 1% Healthcare Facilities Achieving Improved Patient Safety and Quality of Patient Care

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Friday, December 15, 2023

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DES PLAINES, Ill., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety (PPAHS) is pleased to announce that Generations at Oakton Pavillion in Des Plaines, Illinois, is the first healthcare facility in Illinois and in the mid-west to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation.

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Generations at Oakton Pavillion is in the top 1% of the long-term care facilities ... families will know that their loved ones when cared for at Generations at Oakton Pavillion are receiving a quality of care that is following the highest national standard of care.
"Generations at Oakton Pavillion has met or exceeded the Enhanced Respiratory Care Standards set by the Enhanced Respiratory Care Committee," said Michael Wong, JD (Founder and Executive Director, Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety).
"By receiving Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation, this means that Generations at Oakton Pavillion is in the top 1% of the long-term care facilities.
Healthcare facilities looking to demonstrate their commitment to patient safety and the quality of patient care are invited to complete the online form to apply for Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation.