VGM Information & Services
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Website Design and Hosting
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VGM Forbin does professional, award-winning website design for HME providers. Let us help make your Website a success and a source of pride. We also offer secure and reliable Website hosting, fully compliant with HIPAA.
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Call VGM Forbin at 1-877-814-7485
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FreedomLink
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Freedom Link® is a 24-hour a day services for traveling and relocating patients. Freedom Link® works because it is a division of The VGM Group, the largest network of independent HME dealers in the U.S. We have more than 2,000 medical equipment provider members in more than 3,500 locations.
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Annually, Freedom Link® handles 12,000 referrals. If a patient should have an emergency arise there is a toll-free, 24-hour-a-day assistance is available by calling 800-642-6065. Freedom Link® provides peace of mind, and all you have to do is enjoy your trip!
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Incremental Referrals
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VGM’s Homelink has over 100 managed care contracts which result in over 6,000 referrals each month. This is incremental revenue for VGM members, an opportunity to leverage fixed costs over a larger revenue base and thereby grow net income.
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Call Homelink at 1-800-482-1993
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Home Nursing Network of America
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Organized in 1994, HNNA operates as a subsidiary of HOMELINK, and offers independent Home Health Agencies participation in national managed care contracts.
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HNNA members also participate in buying group contracts that allow them to save on a variety of products and services.
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Accreditation
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VGM has a relationship with the healthcare Quality Accreditation Association (HQAA), one of the newest and most user friendly providers of HME accreditation. HQAA makes accreditation as simple and efficient as it can be. Discounts apply for VGM members.
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Call HQAA at 1-866-909-4722
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Nationwide Respiratory
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The VGM network for HMEs looking to grow their respiratory business.
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See how we can help you with Disease State Management Programs, special purchasing contracts, sales and marketing support, Sleep Lab partnership and start-up programs and much more.
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Call Nationwide Respiratory at 1-877-233-3079
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OPGA - Orthotic & Prosthetic Group of America
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OPGA is a nationwide network of more than 1,300 independently owned and operated orthotic and prosthetic facilities. These companies have joined together to better compete in the ever-changing health-care environment.
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OPGA's goal is to help members receive manufacturer discounts similar to those received by multi-national companies. Such discounts provide you the opportunity to remain independent. The savings you enjoy by becoming an OPGA member depends on you and your business. The more you use OPGA's services and participating manufacturers, the more you save.
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US Rehab
U.S. Rehab was organized to unite the elite, credentialed rehab technology suppliers in a network for group buying power, education, and managed care contracting. U.S. Rehab recognizes the uniqueness of the rehab technology market and promotes this fact to all end-users, payer sources and industry leaders.
U.S. Rehab strives to preserve the quality of products and services provided by our network members, while allowing them to become more competitive and successful in the ever-changing rehab marketplace. We subscribe to the NRRTS Code of Ethics and adhere to their Standards of Practice throughout our network.
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Call U.S. Rehab at 1-800-987-7342
Billing and Reimbursement Consultation
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U.S. Rehab members receive free consultations with Peggy Walker, a nationally recognized expert in billing and reimbursement for rehab and mobility matters. Peggy will pre-screen any rehab claim, assist with Medicare or Medicaid applications, renewals, revocations and disputes.
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Call U.S. Rehab at 1-800-987-7342
U.S. Rehab Tech Program
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U.S. Rehab offers Rehab Comprehensive Power Technical Training Program with testing and certification (three times annually), network exclusive parts discounts, exclusive Paid Power Warranty Labor & Mileage program and networking opportunities.
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Call U.S. Rehab at 1-800-987-7342
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VGM Group Services, Ltd. (Canada)
- VGM Canada was formed in 1998 and has a network of independent home medical equipment, respiratory, orthotic and prosthetic, pharmacy dealers across Canada.
- Van G. Miller & Associates is North America’s most comprehensive member service organization. VGM administers programs for over 4,000 member locations throughout Canada, the U.S., and Puerto Rico.
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Marketing Materials
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VGM Creative offers the industry's only HME-specific graphic design/advertising agency – offering logos, brochures, sales fliers, letterhead, business cards, corporate identity packages and advertising design.
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Call VGM Creative at 1-800-799-7402
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Education
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VGM Education is the leading source for training and education in the HME industry. We offer an on-line university, Heartland Conference, Tuesday's with the Experts teleconferences on industry hot topics, Medicare Monthly Updates teleconferences, Billing & Reimbursement Road Show, Sales Training University, Policies and Procedures Manual and much more.
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Call VGM Education at 1-866-227-8171
On-Line Education for HME
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VGM University is a web-based program to help you educate your staff on the things they need to know to be successful and productive in and HME environment. Over 175 courses in 18 categories including sales and billing/reimbursement. Certificate programs, Spanish language courses, tracking tools and more.
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Call VGM Education at 1-866-227-8171
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Financing Equipment Purchases
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VGM Financial Services specializes in financing the equipment purchases of HME providers. They understand the HME business and can help finance your business growth.
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Call VGM Financial Services at 1-800-643-4354
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Liability & Property Insurance
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VGM Insurance has been insuring HME providers since 1988. Excellent service and specialized people set them apart – they understand your business. VGM is willing to work with your local agent if you prefer. Call today for a quote.
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Call VGM Insurance at 1-800-362-3363
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Telecommunications Consulting
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VGM Technologies can save you money on your telecommunications costs. Let us review your phone bills – no obligation or cost to you – and we’ll find a plan that meets your needs and saves you money.
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Call VGM Technologies at 1-800-824-8468
Technology to Increase Efficiency
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VGMT scours the country for leading technology products that can increase the efficiency and profitability of HME providers. Let us show you the best billing system, GPS tracking, claim denial software, imaging systems and much more.
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Call VGMT at 1-800-824-8468
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VGM Wholesale
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If you need an item and aren’t set up directly with a specific manufacturer, please contact VGM Wholesale. Wholesale will place the order for you, and arrange for most items to be drop-shipped directly to your facility.
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VGM Wholesale works directly with more than 100 of the industry’s leading manufacturers. Ph: 888-751-6123 Fax: 319-274-4457
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Advocating for the HME Industry
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VGM supports the interests of the HME industry through aggressive advocacy programs. John Gallagher leads our efforts with a unique grassroots program, speaking at state association meetings, communicating through weekly Legislative Updates, meeting with elected officials and traveling the country to promote the interest of HME.
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Call John at 1-800-521-8221
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Discounted Purchasing
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VGM Buying Groups maintain contracts with most of the premier vendors and suppliers in the HME industry, over 75 contracts in all. These participating vendor contracts provide low pricing and access to many special buying opportunities.
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Call VGM at 1-800-642-6065
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