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September 22, 2010 WAMES 2010 Annual Conference: September 22 - 24 at the Abbey Resort in Lake Geneva Please mark your calendars for the 2010 WAMES Annual Conference & Trade Show to be held on September 22 – 24 at the lovely Abbey Resort in Lake Geneva. Exhibitor registration materials are now available. See attached.
( WAMES_EXHIBITOR_10.pdf ) ( WAMES_GOLF10.pdf ) ( WAMES_SILENT_AUCTION10.pdf ) ( WAMES Associate Member Categories.doc ) ( WAMES Assoc Mbr Benefits.doc
April 28, 2010 WAMES 2010 Rehab Seminar - April 28 in Delafield, WI Dear WAMES Members and Interested Parties, Register today to attend or exhibit at the 2010 WAMES Rehab Seminar to be held on Wednesday, April 28th at the Delafield Hotel in Delafield. Details are attached. A special thank you to Pride Mobility for sponsoring this program! Best Regards, Ann _____________________________________ Ann Barrett, CAE Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services
( WAMES_SEMINAR_410.pdf ) ( WAMES Rehab Exhibit App 2010.doc
December 15, 2009 Jeanie Lane Billing Seminar - December 15th, 2009 The Jeanie Lane Seminar has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 15th – same location and same agenda. If you registered for the November 10th, I will automatically register you for the December 15th seminar unless I hear from you. If you cannot make the December 15th date, I will send you a refund or credit your credit card. Just let me know. >>Register today for the WAMES Billing Seminar with the very popular Jeanie Lane for Tuesday, December 15th at the Holiday Inn American Center in Madison! "REVISED POLICIES REVISED AGAIN! AUDITORS GONE CRAZY. LET’S MAKE IT EASIER." The many changes to some of our major policies have providers confused. This seminar will help alleviate the confusion and frustration. Attendees will receive a handout on the following topics combined into one policy that will make the rules clearer and easier to follow. • ABNs - When, why and how to use properly • PAP policy with explanations on the details and all the changes • Oxygen policy explained including what we can and cannot do • Audits and contractors; who they are and what you can expect. We will put all the revisions together so you and your employees can better explain the requirements to your patients, referral sources and physicians, and to be sure you are in compliance with federal regulations. You will receive helpful hints and ideas on how to obtain the correct documentation in a timely manner. Learn about some of the anticipated changes that may occur so that you can effectively prepare for any eventuality and recognize the importance of following all updates. CMS, OIG, and the GAO have issued many statements to the effect that there will be “ZERO TOLERANCE” for fraud and abuse. Multiple contractors have signed contracts to assist the government. I will explain who they are and provide examples of what issues they are targeting. We will learn how to avoid the ones we can and be prepared for the ones we cannot. Please join us. It will be a full day of information with dedicated time for your questions. Registration materials are attached. Best Regards, Ann ___________________________ Ann Barrett, CAE Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care" • 2009 WAMES Billing Seminar with Jeanie Lane: December 15th in Madison • WAMES 2010 Rehab Seminar - April 28th at the Delafield Hotel in Delafield ___________________________
( 12-09 Jeanie Lane Seminar.pdf
September 20, 2009 WAMES 2009 Annual Convention, Trade Show & Golf Outing The WAMES 2009 Annual Conference, Trade Show & Golf Outing will be held September 20 - 22, 2009 at the beautiful Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake. The golf outing will be held at the prestigious Bull at Pinehurst Farms golf course on Sunday, September 20th. Attendee and Exhibitor registration materials and golf outing forms are attached. Hope to see you there! Ann Barrett WAMES
( WAMES09_PROGRAM2.pdf ) ( WAMES_EXHIBITOR_09.pdf ) ( 09WAMES_GOLF.pdf ) ( WAMES_SPONSOR09.pdf ) ( WAMES_SILENT_AUCTION09.pdf
March 12, 2009 WAMES Annual Respiratory Seminar WAMES 2009 Respiratory Seminar will be held on Thursday, March 12th at the Delafield Hotel in Delafield, WI. All registration forms are now available. Hope to see you there! www.thedelafieldhotel.com
( 09 WAMES Respiratory Seminar.pdf ) ( 09 WAMES Resp Exhibit Registration.pdf
September 10, 2008 The WAMES 25th Annual Conference, Trade Show & Golf Outing - September 10 – 12, 2008 at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva Dear WAMES Members and Interested Parties, The WAMES 25th Annual Conference, Trade Show & Golf Outing is coming up soon on September 10 – 12, 2008 at the lovely Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva. Please plan to attend this year’s event as we have made some exciting changes! The new format will include three simultaneous tracks of Rehab/DME, Management and Respiratory issues. The schedule is as follows: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 Golf Outing at Grand Geneva’s Highland Golf Course Shotgun start at 1:00 p.m Reception at 6:00 pm for Golfers and all Attendees Bonfire at 8:00 pm sponsored by DHC Healthcare! Thursday, September 11, 2008 Educational Sessions - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Exhibits open from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm on perimeter of Educational Sessions Boat Cruise on Lake Geneva - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm sponsored by Invacare! Friday, September 12, 2008 Educational Sessions & Exhibits - 8:30 am - Noon We will have a detailed agenda for each track and attendee registration materials out very soon. Exhibitors may register now by going to the WAMES web site at www.wames.org. Hope to see you there! Best Regards, Ann Barrett Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care" WAMES 25th Annual Conference: September 10- 12, 2008 at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva
( WAMES 2008 Attendee Flyer.pdf ) ( 08 WAMES Exh Prospectus.pdf ) ( 2008 WAMES Golf flyer.pdf
March 25, 2008 WAMES March Networking Session: FOCUS ON COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND HOME OXYGEN THERAPY WAMES March Networking Session: FOCUS ON COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND HOME OXYGEN THERAPY with Cara Bachenheimer, Sr Vice President, Government Relations, Invacare Corporation Tuesday, March 25, 2008 Noon – 3:00 pm At the Country Springs Hotel in Pewaukee Free to members and once to non-members >> WASHINGTON UPDATE: FOCUS ON COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND HOME OXYGEN THERAPY Competitive Bidding will very soon become a reality. In this session, you will learn all the facets to understanding and surviving the implementation > of CMS’ competitive bidding from a member of the PAOC committee. Get the latest details on how CMS is implementing competitive bidding in the first ten large metropolitan areas, including bidding rules, how the bid rates are set, how suppliers submitted bids, network and subcontracting options for smaller suppliers and more. Learn how competitive bidding will be rolled out to 70 additional areas in 2009 and how it will affect the entire industry, your company and your consumers. Attendees will also learn the latest on Congressional efforts to modify the program, and learn how to best inform Members of Congress about the ill-effects of this program. Details to be covered include: CMS' timetable for the next 70 MSAs Data CMS will reveal about the 70 MSAs The electronic bid process Financial standards/information Payment rules under the bid program Grandfathering Special rules for oxygen Maintenance and service Snowbird issues Bid rules Bid documents Bid evaluation process Small business issues -------------------------------------- • Directions to: Country Springs Hotel 2810 Golf Road Pewaukee, WI 262-547-0201 or toll free: 800-247-6640 http://www.countryspringshotel.com >From Milwaukee: Go west on I-94 (to Madison) approximately 20 miles to Hwy. T, turn right. Go 1/4 mile to Golf Road, then left (west) on Golf Road about 1 mile to the Country Springs Hotel. >From Gen. Mitchell Intl. Airport: Go west approximately 1 mile on airport freeway spur (119) to I-94 west. Go north on I-94 about 1-1/2 miles to 894 west bypass. Go west on 894 about 12 miles to I-94. Go west on I-94 (to Madison) about 12 miles to Hwy. T (Exit 293). Turn right at the end of the exit. Go 1/4 mile to Golf Road, then turn left on Golf Road and go west about 1 mile to the Country Springs Hotel. >From Madison: Go east on I-94 to Hwy. G (Exit 291). Go north on Hwy G to Golf Road, then right on Golf Road about 1/4 mile to the Country Springs Hotel. ----------------------------------------- • Please RSVP to: abarrett@uniontel.net or 715/366-4501 (fax) Name_________________________________Title_____________________________ Name_________________________________Title_____________________________ Name_________________________________Title_____________________________ Name_________________________________Title_____________________________ Name_________________________________Title_____________________________ Company______________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ City/State/Zip___________________________________________________________ Phone/Fax/Email________________________________________________________ Thank you to Invacare for sponsoring Cara! Hope to see you there, Ann Barrett Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care"
February 12, 2008 WAMES 2008 Rehab Seminar - Tuesday, February 12, 2008 Dear WAMES Members & Interested Parties, The WAMES 2008 Rehab Seminar will be held on Tuesday, February 12th at the Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells. Highlights include: • Early Intervention – Seating and Positioning for the 0 – 5 Crowd • Seating and Positioning for the Very Involved Child & Young Adult • What’s the Latest in Rehab Reimbursement • Hands-on product training Thank you to VGM and Invacare for helping to sponsor this event! Hope to see you there - Register Today!
( WAMES 2008 Rehab Seminar Brochure.pdf ) ( WAMES Rehab Seminar 2008 Exhibitor Application.pdf
November 13, 2007 WAMES Respiratory Seminar Mark Your Calendar for the 3rd Annual WAMES Respiratory Seminar on Tuesday, November 13th, 2007 at the new Holiday Inn American Center in Madison. Registration materials to follow soon.
September 5, 2007 Exhibit Registration Open for the WAMES 2007 Annual Conference Dear WAMES Members and Interested Parties, You are cordially invited to EXHIBIT at the WAMES 2007 Annual Conference, Trade Show & Golf Outing at the Kalahari Resort & Waterpark in Wisconsin Dells on September 5 - 7, 2007 • Meet the decision makers who can buy your products & services • Enjoy dedicated exhibit hours • Participate in our silent auction & play in our annual golf outing! • Make your travel plans and register now! All registration materials are attached and are on our web site at www.wames.org. Please print or download the forms and register today! Please note: If you are a WAMES member with package A, one booth and two golfers are included with your membership. And, if you are a package B member, you have two booths and four golfers included with your membership. If you are not sure of which package you have, feel free to contact me. Hope to see you there! Ann Barrett Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care"
( WAMES 07 Exhibit Prospectus.pdf ) ( WAMES 2007 Golf Outing.pdf ) ( WAMES Silent Auction Form.pdf
September 5, 2007 Attendee Registration for the 2007 WAMES Annual Conference Dear WAMES Members and Interested Parties, You are cordially invited to participate in the WAMES 2007 Annual Conference, Trade Show & Golf Outing at the Kalahari Resort & Waterpark in Wisconsin Dells on September 5 - 7, 2007 • Industry experts will discuss the hot issues that face our homecare today! • See new products and services during the exhibitor's reception! • Join us at our annual golf outing and donate to our silent auction! • Make your plans to attend and register now! All registration materials are attached and are on our web site at www.wames.org. Please print or download the forms and register today! Hope to see you there! Ann Barrett Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care"
( WAMES Annual Reg Form.pdf ) ( WAMES Annual Conf Schedule.pdf ) ( WAMES 2007 Golf Outing.pdf ) ( WAMES Silent Auction Form.pdf
June 21, 2007 June 21 Networking Session on Oxygen This networking session will be a Medicare & O2 update from Kelly Wolf from VGM at the Holiday Inn in Stevens Point from 9:00 am - Noon. Registration materials to follow soon.
April 12, 2007 WAMES Reimbursement Semina Thursday, April 12, 2007 at the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel in Appleton, WI. REGISTER TODAY!
( 07 Reimbursement Seminar.pdf
February 28, 2007 WAMES 2007 Rehab Seminar Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay Register today!
( 2007 WAMES REHAB BROCHURE.pdf
January 18, 2007 January 18 2007 Network Session on Oxygen Dear WAMES Members and Interested Parties, Mark Your Calendars for a WAMES Network Strategy Session on the recent Medicare final ruling Medicare Payment for Home Oxygen Equipment 42 CFR Parts 414 and 484. The session will be held on Thursday, January 18th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Country Springs Hotel in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Kelly J. Riley, CRT, RCP Director of the National Respiratory Network of The MED Group has been engaged to moderate the meeting. The release of the final ruling confirms the proposed changes to Medicare’s long standing model for oxygen reimbursement. Medicare beneficiaries will now assume ownership of oxygen equipment on the first day that begins the 36th continuous month of rental. The ruling also defines the six new and broad categories for oxygen equipment as well as their corresponding reimbursement rates. The session will focus on clarifying and interpreting the final rule. Due to the complexity of the ruling and the broad scope of changes to the existing policy, attendees are encouraged to review the comprehensive ruling in advance of the session. Questions for the session or suggestions regarding areas for discussion may be sent in advance to WAMES in writing, by telephone, via the WAMES web site or by email to Ann Barrett. A link to the complete Federal Register entry and other background information for this rule may be found at www.aahomecare.org. The session is free of charge and open to all WAMES membership, with specific interest for those in respiratory, administrative, financial, safety, material handling, information management and policy making positions. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE SESSION, GO TO WWW.WAMES.ORG UNDER THE EVENTS SECTION. *****Those interested in reserving seats at the session should contact Ann Barrett at (715) 366-7500 or abarrett@uniontel.net***** Hope to see you then, Best Regards, Ann Barrett Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care"
( Country Springs.doc ) ( Country Springs.JPG
November 16, 2006 WAMES November Board Meeting Thursday, November 16th from 9:00 am - Noon at the ABC Building in Madison. Current and new board members welcome.
( ABC Map.tif ) ( ABC Written Directions.tif
November 1, 2006 WAMES Nov. 1st, 2006 Respiratory Seminar Wednesday, November 1st, 2006 in Wisconsin Dells.
( WAMES 2006 Respiratory Sem.pdf ) ( WAMES 2006 Resp Exh App.pdf
September 6, 2006 Annual WAMES Conference Feel free to download any of the following materials: - Annual Meeting Brochure - Membership Application - Exhibitor Prospectus - Complimentory Registration Form - Silent Auction Form - Golf Registration Form
( Annual Meeting Brochure.pdf ) ( Complimentary Registration Form.pdf ) ( Membership Application.pdf ) ( Exhibitor Prospectus.pdf ) ( Silent Auction Form.pdf ) ( Golf Registraion Form.pdf
August 10, 2006 WAMES August Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, August 10th, 2006 at the ABC Building in Madison. All WAMES members are welcome.
May 11, 2006 WAMES May Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, May 11th, 2006 at the ABC Building in Madison. All are welcome!
April 11, 2006 WAMES Legal Tools Seminar - April 11th in Madison Dear WAMES Members and Interested Parties, You are invited to attend a WAMES seminar entitled: Facing the Perfect Storm:" Legal Tools to Succeed in 2006 and Beyond. on Tuesday April 11th at the Quality Inn & Suites in Madison. Jeffrey S. Baird, Esq. Chairman of the Health Care Group Brown & Fortunato, P.C. will present. The agenda is below and attached are the registration materials: 10:00 a.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks by Cindy Ciardo, WAMES 10:15 a.m. Protect Your Bottom Line: Tools to Negotiate Managed Care Contracts 11:00 a.m. Marketing Programs and Joint Ventures: Innovative Ways to Grow While Staying Within Legal Parameters Noon Lunch 12:45 p.m. Panic is Not an Option: How to Successfully Respond to an Audit or Investigation 1:30 p.m. Increase Your Revenue by Marketing Upgrades: Effective Use of ABNs 2:15 p.m. Adjourn REGISTER TODAY! Best Regards, Ann Barrett Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care"
( WAMES Perfect Storm Broch.pdf
March 9, 2006 WAMES Networking Session Thursday, March 9th, 2006 at the Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake
January 12, 2006 WAMES January Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, January 12th, 2006 9:00 am - Noon at the ABC Building in Madison
( ABC Written Directions.tif ) ( ABC Map.tif
November 30, 2005 WAMES Rehab Seminar Wednesday, November 30th & Thursday, December 1st, 2005 at the Marriott Milwaukee West.
( WAMES 05 Rehab flyer.pdf
November 8, 2005 WAMES Respiratory Seminar Hilton Garden Inn, Oshkosh
( WAMES05RespSeminar.pdf
October 26, 2005 Jeanie Lane Billing Seminar Wednesday, October 26th, 2005 Location: Oshkosh Hilton, Oshkosh
( 05 WAMESJeanieLaneBroch.pdf
September 14, 2005 WAMES Annual Meeting & Trade Show Wed: WAMES Annual Golf Outing Thu: WAMES Annual Meeting & Trade Show Fri: WAMES Annual Meeting Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells
( WAMES 05 Annual Mtg Broch.pdf ) ( WAMES 05 Exh Prosp.pdf ) ( 05 Golf Outing Flyer.pdf ) ( WAMES Auction Flyer.pdf ) ( WAMES 05 Staff Registration.pdf ) ( WAMES 05 Assoc Mbrshp app.pdf
August 11, 2005 WAMES August Networking Session Thursday, August 11th, 2005 from 9:00 am - 11:00 am with board meeting following from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Location: Stevens Point Country Springs Hotel.
( 8_11_05NETSESSION.pdf
April 7, 2005 Rehab/Medicaid committee meetings Thursday, April 7th, 2005 10:30 am- 12:30 - Rehab 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Medicaid @ Knueppel's new store in West Allis. Directions attached
( DirectionsKneuppelWestAllis.doc
March 10, 2005 WAMES March Networking Session Thursday, March 10th from 9:00 am - 11:00 am with board meeting from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Marriott Milwaukee West, Pewaukee
( 3_10_05NETSESSION.pdf
January 13, 2005 WAMES Board Meeting Thursday, January 13th, 2005 from 9:00 am - Noon at the ABC Building in Madison.
( ABC Map.tif ) ( ABC Written Directions.tif
December 8, 2004 Delivery Technician Certifcation Seminar Wednesday, December 8, 2004 Clarion Suites, Madison 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
( DT WI Dec 8.pdf
November 17, 2004 November Networking Session November 17th, 2004 – Open forum/board meeting: Clarion Hotel in Madison. Networking session from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Board meeting from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.
( Nov17WAMESNetSession.pdf
October 13, 2004 Respiratory Committee Meeting Respiratory Committee Meeting: Wednesday, October 13, 2004 ABC Building in Madison
( ABC Written Directions.tif ) ( ABC Map.tif
Sep 23 2004 WAMES Networking Strategy Session Thursday, September 23rd from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Board meeting to follow from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Location: Great Wolf Lodge in Wisconsin Dells
September 6, 2004 WAMES 2006 Annual Conference September 6 - 8, 2006 at the Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan
( 06 WAMES Annual Mtg Broch.pdf ) ( 06 WAMES Assoc Mem App.pdf ) ( 06 WAMES Auction Form.pdf ) ( 06 WAMES Comp Staff Form.pdf ) ( 06 WAMES Exhibit Prospectus.pdf ) ( 06 WAMES Golf Reg Form.pdf
Aug 12 2004 WAMES Board Meeting Thursday, August 12th, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm at the ABC Office Bldg in Madison
( ABC Map.tif ) ( ABC Written Directions.tif
Jun 17 2004 Annual Meeting Exhibitor Info June 17th, 2004 Exhibit Hours: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
( WAMES 04 Exhit Prospect.pdf ) ( WAMES 04 Marketing Opps.pdf ) ( WAMES 04 Auction form.pdf ) ( WAMES 04 Exhitor Lette.pdf ) ( WAMES Assoc Membership App.pdf
Jun 16 2004 WAMES Annual Convention & Trade Show Marriott Milwaukee West in Waukesha June 16th - Golf Outing June 17th - Sessions & Exhibits June 18th - Sessions
( 04 WAMES Annual Mtg Broch.pdf ) ( WAMES golf form 04.pdf ) ( WAMES Comp reg form.doc
Jun 16 2004 WAMES Annual Golf Outing Wednesday, June 16th Broadlands Golf Club, North Prairie
( WAMES 04 Gol…Outing Flye.pdf
May 13 2004 Board Meeting Madison 9:30am - 12:30 pm
May 12, 2004 WAMES Board Meeting Thursday, May 12th, 2005 from 9:00 am - Noon at the ABC Building in Madison.
( ABC Written Directions.tif ) ( ABC Map.tif
May 11 2004 Rehab Committee Meeting ThedaCare in Appleton
Apr 21 2004 WAMES Reimbursement Seminar Hilton Garden Inn in Oshkosh 8:30 am - 4:45 pm
( 04 P6.5.pdf
April 7, 2004 Medicare seminar on April 17th in Green Bay Dear WAMES Members and Interested Parties, Register today to attend a one day WAMES Medicare De-briefing seminar on “BASIC TRAINING” FOR MEDICARE OFFICERS & ENLISTED PERSONNEL” on Thursday April 17th at the Tundra Lodge in Green Bay. See the attached for the detailed agenda and registration materials. INSTRUCTOR: “GENERAL” BRUCE BROTHIS is the President of Allegient Billing & Consulting, Inc. (formerly Centralized Billing & Intake, Ltd.), a 14 year old billing and consulting firm to the Home Medical Equipment (“HME”) industry located in Elizabeth, CO. The former Vice-President of Operations for a multi-state HME, Mr. Brothis is a nationally recognized expert in Medicare, Medicaid and third party intake, documentation, billing and collections with over 27 years of experience in the HME reimbursement arena. He regularly speaks for numerous trade associations, buying groups, HME / drug wholesalers and industry trade shows as well as being a regular presenter at both MedTrade shows. His presentations are both informative and entertaining. Best Regards, Ann Barrett Executive Director Wisconsin Association of Medical Equipment Services PO Box 389 Wild Rose, WI 54984 715/366-7500 715-366-4501 fax www.wames.org "Committed to Quality Home Medical Care"
( WAMES April 2008 Billing Seminar.pdf


for more information:
Ann Barrett
Executive Director - WAMES
715/366-7500
715-366-4501 fax
abarrett@wames.org or abarrett@uniontel.net

 

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