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A Home Fall Prevention Checklist for Older Adults

Each year, thousands of older Americans fall at home. Many of them are seriously injured, and some are disabled. Falls are often due to hazards that are easy to overlook but also easy to fix. This checklist will help you find and fix those hazards in your home. The checklist asks about hazards found in each room of your home and tells you how to fix the problem. At the end of...
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Did you know your insurance may cover the purchase of a pair of Diabetic Shoes and Insoles?

What exactly are Diabetic Shoes? They are specially designed shoes intended to offer protection for diabetic feet and reduce the risk of skin breakdown, primarily in cases of poor circulation, neuropathy and foot deformities. They're specifically constructed to provide pain relief and enhanced levels of comfort.

In order to qualify for diabetic shoes and insoles...
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Are you an oxygen patient who’s wanting to travel to a warmer climate, and you’re not sure whether or not we can help? Well, the answer is yes! If you are contemplating a fun road trip, a flight or a bus ride out to greener pastures, Hart Medical Equipment is the place to start.

Did you know that if you have Medicare or Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, then your travel is a covered benefit through these two insurances? Patient travel is...
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Hart Medical Equipment Officer Selected to HomeCare and Hospice Hall of Fame

Deborah Holman, RN, Chief Compliance Officer at Hart Medical Equipment in Grand Blanc has been selected as an inductee to the 2019 class by the Michigan HomeCare and Hospice Association (MHHA). Deborah joins a select group of past inductees who, through her career achievements, exemplifies the very best by continually bringing credit to her profession.      

“We...
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As spring peeks its head around the corner, people all over are ready to get back outside.  Morning jogs and evening walks are among some of the favorite ways to enjoy the spring weather.  With many people looking to exercise and enjoy the fresh air, running is a great place to start.

Maybe you are one of those looking to start up running.  You’ve planned out your routine, dusted off your old running shoes, and have determined that you will be a runner.  Or...
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Have you had an insurance change?  Has your identification number been updated?

It is important for Hart Medical Equipment to have your current insurance information. Having updated insurance information will help stream-line the reimbursement from your health insurance company, in turn, improving Hart’s ability to keep deductibles, copay balances and payments current for you. If you have a change in insurance, will you please let us know? 

Insurance...
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A Day in the Life of a Hart Account Liaison

Mario Z. | Hart Medical Equipment

As an Account Liaison for Hart Medical Equipment, I am often asked by our referrals (physician’s offices, hospitals, nursing homes, etc.) why they should recommend Hart Medical Equipment for their patients’ durable medical equipment and supply needs. I take this question very seriously. It is my responsibility to demonstrate to our referrals/physicians why Hart is the...
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Hart Loves Our Patients!

Improving patient experience encompasses a range of interactions that we have with our patients including your transition from hospital to home. As an integral component of health care quality, patient experience includes several aspects of health care delivery that you value highly when you seek and receive care, such as timely appointments and deliveries, easy access to information, and good communication.

With the...
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What is CGM and How Does it Work?

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems track glucose levels throughout the day. CGM users insert a tiny sensor wire just under their skin using an automatic applicator. An adhesive patch holds the CGM sensor housing in place so the sensor can measure glucose readings in interstitial fluid throughout the day and night.   

A small, reusable transmitter connects to the sensor wire and sends real-time readings wirelessly...
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Every piece of equipment brings with it unique needs in emergency situations. As we face another Michigan winter, we want to provide you with some emergency preparedness tips to help you stay safe and healthy during the cold months. 
 
Tip # 1 – Have supplies. 
Prepare both your vehicle and your home for winter storms and the power outages those storms may cause. Suggested items include a first aid kit, a flashlight with extra batteries,...
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