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Garry visits with Dan Fedor. Plus, a man is in trouble for shooting livestock.
Longtime GarrForce tech reporter Dan Fedor returns to chat about getting charged up on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE on Friday, March 21, 2025. The show goes wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, and we'll also have our usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense too. Like all editions of the Cocktail Hour LIVE, the show streams live on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Please subscribe! It's free and can be found at " / garrforcelive " Once there and subscribed, click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! All episodes of the show can be replayed there on demand. The GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is also the only place you can share comments that we may see in our virtual studio, and it is the only place you can play along for Leslie's giveaway. Comments shared while we are live streaming may be shown on the screen and/or we may talk about them. You can always text or leave voicemail at: 1.773.888.2157 (regular charges apply).
Longtime GarrForce tech reporter Dan Fedor returns to chat about getting charged up on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE on Friday, March 21, 2025. The show goes wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, and we'll also have our usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense too.
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, fee schedules, and more.
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 discuss this important topic.
A Jeopardy contestant has a pretty good winning streak going, but Garry is distracted by his sweater vest. Meanwhile, a 64-year-old retiree in a Speedo was arrested for allegedly exposing himself to a female beachgoer. Plus, Tech Reporter Dan Fedor joins Garry. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
In this episode of Industry Matters, Senior Director of Payer Relations for VGM Government, Ronda Buhrmester, and Dan Fedor, Director of Reimbursement and Education for U.S. Rehab, talk about lists - the master list, prior authorization, face to face, and written order prior to delivery. They cover the differences between the lists, recent changes with codes being added and removed from lists, the timing of additional changes, and what all of these updates mean for your business. Standard Documentation Requirement Policy https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/article.aspx?articleid=55426 MLN SE 20007https://www.cms.gov/files/document/se20007.pdf UPCOMING WEBINAR Whaaaaat - CMS Announces the Codes on the Master List, Required List, and Those March 24, 2022 1:00 PM Central https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/795866519440662799?source=podcast
Garry and Leslie react to the death of Chicago sports reporter Les Grobstein at the age of 69. Meanwhile, there's a chance to buy a diamond that most likely came from space. Plus, Tech Reporter Dan Fedor shared some tech news and gadgets for the new year. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Can't Live Without" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
A listener sent along a story of a bouncy castle that was blown onto a road during a storm in Laos. Meanwhile, a gender-reveal party in Canada went south after an explosive device set off a small wildfire. Plus, Tech Reporter Dan Fedor talks about how smart phone apps are starting to change the rental car business. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Can't Live Without" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
Authorities in Florida are caring for a deer after it was found next to its dead mother. Meanwhile, Garry has some thoughts about the new Hemingway documentary. Plus, Dan Fedor talks about security cameras for your home and also talks about his recent experience at Builder Supply Outlet. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Can't Live Without" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
A woman says she is in love with a roller coaster. Meanwhile, a town in Wisconsin wants to immortalize their connection to a movie from the 1980's. Plus, Tech Reporter Dan Fedor shares some high tech options to help you get a COVID-19 vaccination and other tech news. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Can't Live Without" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
In this podcast, billing and reimbursement experts Ronda Buhrmester and Dan Fedor discuss the funding landscape in 2021 and cover ongoing COVID-19 waivers, the payment rates (fee schedule, SPA, etc.), and what we are seeing as the most common denials and how to avoid them. Access all billing and reimbursement resources on the members-only portal! Log in today at vgm.com/portal.
A listener shared a way for Quentin Tarantino to fix 2020. Meanwhile, people are still trying to figure out the mystery of the Cookie Monster mural in a town in Illinois. Plus, Tech Reporter Dan Fedor joined Garry to share tech news for the holidays and the start of 2021. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Can't Live Without" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
This is second podcast on a new course being developed for telehealth in complex rehab. This podcast will examine the finer details like procedures, documentation, service and repair, and reimbursement with a variety of experts; Kyle Walker, MHA, ATP is the Director of Operations of Assistive Technology with VGM Homelink. Mark Schmeler is an Associate Professor and the Vice Chair for Education Training in the Department of Rehabilitation Science & Technology at the University of Pittsburgh. Dan Fedor currently serves as the Director of Reimbursement for U.S. Rehab a division of VGM & Associates. Rachel Hibbs, DPT, NCS, ATP is an Assistant Professor and Director of Continuing Education at the University of Pittsburgh Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Science. She earned a B.S. in Rehabilitation Science, Steve Mitchell is an occupational therapist who works as a Clinical Specialist in Seating/Wheeled Mobility and Assistive Technology for the SCI/D Service at the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System in Cleveland, Ohio.
A listener sent along a story of senior citizens getting temporary tattoos. Meanwhile, a company is offering free wi-fi for 18 years if you name your child after them. Plus, Tech Reporter Dan Fedor joined Garry to talk about the biggest headline out there: He got a new cell phone. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Can't Live Without" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
Dr. Mark Schmeler, Associate Professor and the Vice Chair for Education Training in the Department of Rehabilitation Science & Technology at the University of Pittsburgh, Dan Fedor, Director of Reimbursement for U.S. Rehab, Kyle Walker, Director of Operations of Assistive Technology with VGM Homelink, and Greg Packer, President of U.S. Rehab, talk about a new educational program focused around telehealth and CRT. In this episode, they discuss the history of telehealth, how providers are willing to challenge the status quo by embracing untraditional methods for assessments and non-billable services within virtual technology, the policies surrounding telehealth services from a payer standpoint, and how telehealth is not a one-size-fits-all solution. This is first of a series of podcasts about the new telehealth course.
Ronda Buhrmester and Dan Fedor discuss the rule CMS-1713 related to Change in Orders and Face to Face, including master list and required list, as well as SWO recommendations. They also chat about the current and future environment for DMEPOS providers as far as telehealth, continued need for ongoing rentals, supplies and repairs, and a new ABN.Are you a VGM member? Make sure to visit vgm.com/portal to access articles, documents, and more great resources from Dan, Ronda, and all VGM experts! Not a current member but interested in becoming one? Visit vgm.com/become-a-member to get started!
Garry met listener Katie from Aurora and Bill from Luigi's Pizza and Fun Center to talk about Katie's generous efforts to keep the restaurant afloat and feed the community. Meanwhile, tech reporter Dan Fedor shared a piece of technology that can come in handy for keeping in tabs on your family. Plus, David Hochberg from Team Hochberg talked about what the COVID outbreak is doing to mortgages. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Can't Live Without" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garrymeier.com or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2157 Thank you in advance!
Repairs can be challenging to navigate in the CRT and reimbursement environment. Listen in to this episode of Industry Matters to hear from Patrick Meeker, VP of Ability Products, Dan Fedor, Director of Reimbursement and Education for U.S. Rehab, and President of U.S. Rehab, Greg Packer as they cover the tough topics you need to understand.
A man fleeing from the police broke into a church service completely naked. Meanwhile, there has been some upside to the COVID-19 shutdown in New York City. Plus, Tech Reporter Dan Fedor joined Garry to talk about tech news during the lockdown and big news from SpaceX.
The VGM/U.S. Rehab reimbursement team of Dan Fedor and Ronda Buhrmester discuss the difference between participating and non-participating and why suppliers should consider to change their status as 2019 quickly approaches.
This week on Industry Matters, the VGM and U.S. Rehab reimbursement team of Dan Fedor and Ronda Buhrmester highlight supplier enrollment status, educational resources for billing staff and the process for managing natural disasters.
Dan Fedor and Ronda Buhrmester of the U.S. Rehab and VGM Reimbursement team outline the Prior Authorization Demo expanding nationwide.
This week we talk with Dan Fedor and Ronda Buhrmester of the VGM Reimbursement team about knowing your Medicare supplier status and making sure suppliers are using ABNs properly without possible risk.