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CarePro Medical Hosts DME Champion Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks

Published in VGM Government Relations on August 07, 2024

On Monday, August 5, CarePro Home Medical in Coralville, Iowa hosted an event for Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks. The group discussed the need for H.R.5555 passage at the end of 2024.

Miller-Meeks is the Republican lead on H.R.5555 (DMEPOS Relief Act), which provides adjustments to the Medicare payment for DMEPOS that were formerly included in Round 2021 of the competitive bidding program. This bill would extend the 75/25 blended rate in non-rural, non-competitive bidding areas.

Rep. Miller-Meeks Event

John Gallagher, VP of Govt. Relations (VGM & Associates), and Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks meet with Michelle Jensen, CEO of CarePro Home Medical (along with staff and supporters).

Danielle Schwiebert of CarePro

Danielle Schwiebert of CarePro Home Medical gives a tour of their facilities to Rep. Miller-Meeks.

CEO Michelle Jensen

CEO of CarePro Home Medical, Michelle Jensen with Rep. Miller-Meeks.

Thank you to CarePro Home Medical for opening their doors and hosting this fantastic event!

For more information, please visit:

Health | Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (house.gov)

Home Care Expert & Medical Equipment Provider | CarePro Health Services (careprohs.com)

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  2. dmepos
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  5. vgm government

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