An important trend to watch is the government's move toward test market arrangements in which it pre-approves only selected equipment distributors or providers for Medicare reimbursement. The plan is in a trial now in 10 test markets, with bids expected to be awarded next year. The industry is lobbying to prevent this plan.

Another wrinkle on the legislative front surrounds government plans to use Internet pricing for power wheelchairs as the basis for setting reimbursement rates for Medicare. That's also being contested by the industry since prices online don't reflect the full costs of services and evaluations required to furnish power wheelchairs properly, including fitting and assembly.


The industry is staying tuned to what is happening in Washington over the next several months.

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