Category: General
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Philips Respironics Masks with Magnets Recall
Posted On: September 6, 2022 by Hart Medical Equipment in: General, Safety, Sleep Apnea
On September 6, 2022, Philips Respironics alerted customers worldwide of updated instructions and labeling of specific sleep therapy masks that contain magnetic headgear clips due to potential risk of serious injury. The FDA announced this recall related to certain Respironics nasal and face masks that contain a magnet. Below are the official notifications: Philips Respironics Urgent Medical Device Correction Philips Respironics Announcement FAQs FDA Recall Announcement The above letter from Respironics explains the safety risks with the magnet masks along with the masks affected by this recall. Magnets can create health risks with implanted metallic devices or metallic objects in the body of a patient or their bed partner. Hart Medical Equipment recommends any patient with a metallic device or object in the body consults with their physician about the continued use of the mask with a magnet. Should your physician recommendRead More -
How to Get Vitamin D Without Risking Excessive Sun Exposure
Posted On: July 20, 2022 by Hart Medical Equipment in: General, Wellness
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that our body needs for many vital functions like building strong bones. Low vitamin D intake is a major health concern, as 42% of the U.S. population are vitamin D deficient. This is why we want to share five ways to get vitamin D without risking excessive sun exposure. 1. Take Vitamin D Supplements Taking a supplement is one of the easiest ways to ensure you are getting adequate amounts of vitamin D. Countries like the United States do not regulate nutritional supplements, so make sure you are purchasing high quality supplements that have been independently tested. 2. Consume Fatty Fish & Seafood Fatty fish and seafood are a natural way to consume vitamin D as various species contain different amounts. For example, a farmed salmon may contain less vitamin D than a wild caught salmon. Fish and seafood that are rich in vitamin D are tuna, mackerel, oysters, shrimp and sardines. 3. Eat Fortified Foods FortifiedRead More -
Demystifying Sleep Apnea and Your AHI Level
Posted On: March 16, 2022 by Hart Medical Equipment in: CPAP, General, Sleep Apnea, Wellness
If you live with obstructive sleep apnea, there is a lot you need to familiarize yourself with. You’re working to understand your sleep disorder, the equipment you need for treatment, and key terminology that could be critical to your health. One of the key elements to consider with obstructive sleep apnea is your Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI). If this is something you’ve never considered or heard of before, you aren’t alone. Hart Medical Equipment is here to help you understand the importance of AHI and how it impacts your sleep apnea treatment. What Is Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI)? Obstructive sleep apnea causes your breathing to briefly cease during sleep; this pause in breathing is called an apnea event. Your apnea hypopnea index (AHI) measures how many of these events happen per hour during sleep. What Does My Apnea Hypopnea Index Score Mean? Simply put, the higher your apnea hypopnea index, the greater the severity ofRead More -
Caring for the Elderly: What New Caregivers Should Know
Posted On: December 1, 2021 by Hart Medical Equipment in: Caregivers, Elderly, General, Safety, Technology, Wellness
Caring for the Elderly: What New Caregivers Should Know Approximately 40.4 million adults in the United States are caregivers to seniors aged 65 and older, according to Pew Research. Among these 40.4 million, 61% are employed, with over half working their own full-time jobs. Additionally, one in five caregivers claims they administer care on a daily basis. Given this overload of obligations, new caregivers need to know how to juggle their responsibilities so that they can administer care effectively. To help, we’ve provided a few tips new caregivers can use. Know your responsibilities Though the unexpected is always bound to happen, you can reduce stress significantly by giving yourself a clear idea of what you need to do daily. Go into each day prepared by listing down any responsibilities you may have to oversee. Some responsibilities caregivers will likely have include meal preparation, housekeeping, and bathing. You may also have toRead More -
Hart Medical Equipment Acquires McLaren Home Medical Equipment
Posted On: January 3, 2021 by Hart Medical Equipment in: Company, General, Press Release
Hart Medical Equipment is excited to announce that we have acquired McLaren Home Medical Equipment, MHM formerly known as VitalCare in Cheboygan, Gaylord, and Petoskey in northern Michigan. The official acquisition date is January 1, 2021. Hart’s shared ownership by McLaren makes MHM a natural fit. This acquisition furthers Hart’s strategic plan to expand geographic coverage while leveraging additional scale for the benefit of our partners, referrals, and customers. As we continue to strive for service excellence, we carry forward the provision of top-level customer care through service, quality, and innovation. 2020 has brought some unique challenges to the healthcare industry, and Hart has proudly implemented some new technologies to meet those challenges, namely TeleHart, our live streaming training service, educating customers remotely on CPAP/BiPAP, oxygen, glucometers, and nebulizers from the safety of their homes. We are looking forward to bringing TeleHartRead More -
SoClean / ResMed Warranty Clarification
Posted On: April 30, 2020 by Hart Medical Equipment in: General
ResMed Warranty Update / SoClean Response: Hart Medical Equipment takes patient safety, health, and satisfaction seriously and stands behind its products. From time to time, products may get recalled, or there may be an issue with a manufacturer. Hart looks at each one of these cases and takes appropriate action. In the instance of warranty coverage changes, Hart will notify patients, as outlined in the Medicare Supplier Standards. In February, ResMed issued a warranty update announcing that it would exclude damage to their machines when the damage was caused by the use of ozone devices. In response, the manufacturer SoClean addressed ResMed’s notice by offering to honor the warranty on the AirSense 10 when used with a SoClean for a two year period, plus they added an additional year, for a total of a three year warranty. Please visit soclean.com/warranty for details on how to register. If you have questions, please call Hart atRead More -
A Note from our President
Posted On: March 19, 2020 by Hart Medical Equipment in: Company, General
Dear Valued Patients: As our world faces great uncertainty due to the spread of COVID-19, we at Hart want to let you know what you can expect from us and what we are doing for our employees, patients, and our communities. Our first priority is the safety of our teams, their families, and our patients. It takes a healthy team to fulfill our mission and care for our patients. Safety Measures Our team members that work directly with patients have all been supplied with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and have been trained in proper protection protocols. This is already part of our daily lives, but we have reinforced this with our teams in the light of this new threat. We have team members working from home where possible to minimize exposure. We have staggered shifts for our delivery teams to minimize potential cross exposure. We are also disinfecting our public areas every 30 minutes in order to cut down on possible cross contamination, in addition to ourRead More -
The Significant Impact of Power Lift Chairs
Posted On: January 20, 2020 by Hart Medical Equipment in: Company, General, Golden Tech, Product Spotlight
If you believe that a loved one has started to age and is beginning to struggle with everyday tasks, one method for keeping them independent is to invest in a lift chair. However, you may not be familiar with which type of chair is needed and if insurance or Medicare will cover the cost for the chair. These questions are common for adult children with elderly parents. The Right Candidate A candidate for a lift chair is someone in need of assistance because of an issue that limits their mobility. These issues can be related to aging, surgery or arthritis, but they affect the potential candidate daily. Providing a lift chair for the potential candidate is a far less intrusive method of keeping one’s independence. Lift chairs appear to be like normal chairs, but they possess a mechanism which allows the chairs to be raised or lowered safely. This allows for the proper assistance in their getting up and down from the sitting or standing position without helpRead More -
Understanding Insurance Terms
Posted On: January 6, 2020 by Hart Medical Equipment in: General, Insurance
Happy New Years! It’s now that time of year when most health insurance policies renew. J Sometimes the terminology in health insurance policies can be a little confusing, so we are here to help! We have chosen a few common insurance terms and explained them in a bit more detail so they are easier to understand. Remember, it’s always a good idea to call your insurance company with any kind of question or clarification you may need. They are always willing to help, as is Hart Medical Equipment! What is a Deductible? The deductible is a set dollar amount the patient must pay before the insurance company starts picking up some of the cost for the medical benefits. Once you meet your deductible, the insurance will pick up a set percentage of what the patient is responsible for and leave them with a coinsurance to pay. What is a Coinsurance? Coinsurance is a set percentage of coverage the patient is responsibleRead More -
CGM Therapy Is Full Of Options!
Posted On: November 12, 2019 by Hart Medical Equipment in: CGM, Continuous Glucose Monitoring, Diabetes, General
Interested to learn more about Continuous Glucose Monitoring? 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. Just as in life, the Continuous Glucose Monitoring arena is full of choices. The brands have unique features that make them better choices for different people. Below is a comparison with the pros and cons of some of the CGMs now available. FreeStyle Libre Dexcom G6 Medtronic Guardian III Available Online! Available Online! --Read More
