Regulatory

Government and regulatory issues are one of the greatest threats to the success of independent home medical equipment, rehab and O&P providers. The VGM Group is an industry leader in advocating positions favorable to it members and educating members on the impact of government and regulatory issues. We do this in several ways:

• DC Link – VGM’s proprietary portal for access to elected officials, research and breaking news as it relates to Federal and state issues impacting the industry.
• Government relations dedicated personnel – VGM’s VP of Government relations, John Gallagher, has emerged as a major force in advocating the industry’s positions in Washington and across America. Gallagher’s aggressive fight against competitive bidding has earned him the respect of providers, manufacturers and even the Washington establishment.
• Grass-root lobbying – VGM launched a nationwide “grass-roots” lobbying effort in 2002, continuing in 2005, the centerpiece of which is a campaign to mobilize Medicare beneficiaries and their families in the fight against competitive bidding. Hundreds of independent HME and rehab providers have participated in this highly effective and innovative program.
• Regulatory education – Understanding and implementing new regulatory requirements is often a challenge for providers. VGM provides an array of regulatory support mechanisms for its members including the regulatory ann compliance expertise of Mark Higley, VP of Development for VGM. VGM frequently publishes materials, provides seminars and disseminates information via the web to help providers deal with the changing regulatory world.