silver sponsors

BSN medical, Inc. is committed to developing innovative products that meet the needs of its customers. Its product lines include JOBST®, the #1 brand of compression hosiery recommended by physicians; FLA Orthopedics, the #1 selling orthopedic soft good brand; Therall premium arthritis products; SensiFoot™ Diabetic Socks; Soft Point® Footcare Products; Activa Compression Legwear; and Postura Wheelchair Cushions. www.bsnmedical.com

Philips Respironics, a global leader in the sleep and respiratory markets, is passionate about improving the quality of people's lives with solutions designed around the needs of customers and patients. That's why we align with caregivers to establish healthier living and healthier practices. Philips Respironics first considers the needs of our customers, their patients and caregivers and then introduces simpler and more intuitive innovations that consistently revolutionize the areas of sleep, oxygen therapy, ventilation and respiratory drug delivery. As a result, Philips Respironics is recognized worldwide as a pace-setter and as a valuable ally in better sleep and breathing.

Invacare Corporation (NYSE:IVC), headquartered in Elyria, Ohio, is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of innovative home and long-term care medical products that promote recovery and active lifestyles. The Company has 6,300 associates and markets its products in 80 countries around the world. The Company was named to the 2011 Fortune 1000 list and to the 2010 IndustryWeek U.S. Manufacturing 500. For more information about the Company and its products, visit Invacare's website at www.invacare.com.

bronze sponsors

Brightree LLC is the leading provider of business management software for HME/DME providers, O&P practitioners, and Sleep Labs. Independent surveys confirm over the last 5 years, more healthcare providers moved to Brightree than all other business management solutions combined. Brightree's unique Internet-based solutions automate workflows to increase efficiency and profitability. www.brightree.com

Since 1982, QS/1's SystemOne for HME has been the choice of more than 2,500 HME businesses. SystemOne is suited for any HME operation, from a pharmacy billing Medicare-covered medications to a large, full-service, multi-location business. SystemOne is available as an Internet-based or installed solution. Options include an integrated IVR, a mobile workstation and an integrated touch-screen POS that is IIAS compliant. SystemOne handles direct electronic billing to all four DMERCs and 40 state Medicaids and offers shipping interfaces to UPS and FedEx and performs eligibility checks for Medicare, Medicaid and more than 200 commercial insurance carriers. www.qs1.com

First Quality® Products, Inc. has become a disposable Incontinence Product Manufacturer that Health Care Providers trust. Under the brand name Prevail® First Quality® Products is the market leader of Adult Incontinence Products in U.S. Long Term Care market and is a significant supplier for the Home Care market. www.prevail.com

First Quality® Products Include:

• Prevail® StretchFit™
• Protective Underwear
• Adult Briefs
• Prevail® Pant Liners (2 piece system)
• Prevail® Bladder Control Pads & Male Guards
• Prevail® Belted Undergarments
• Underpads
• Adult Incontinence Washcloths

Strategic AR provides patient-pay billing and collections services exclusively for the HME/DME industry that is guaranteed to get your patients to pay. Our process will immediately improve cash flow and streamline patient communication, as well as decrease the labor involved by your staff all the while shrinking your Accounts Receivable. Strategic AR will change patient behavior and we have the gumballs to prove it. Please visit www.strategicar.com to learn more.

official tradeshow sponsor

Medtrade connects the HME industry.

Face HME challenges head on at the largest home medical equipment tradeshow in the US. Join us at Medtrade 2011 to hear new ideas, find the tools and develop the plans that will not only allow you to survive, but thrive in the current state of the industry. Meet with exhibitors to find new products, network with AAHomecare, your state association, leading industry publications and connect with thousands of other providers doing what you do every day. Medtrade Expo and Conference, October 25-27, Atlanta, GA. For more information, go to www.medtrade.com.

database sponsor

Dimensional Insight provides integrated Business Intelligence and Performance Management solutions that empower information consumers throughout the enterprise with data-driven decision-making abilities. Our worldwide presence has allowed us to service the information delivery needs of thousands of users from around the globe. DI's cost effective BI platform rapidly delivers performance dashboards, self-service reporting, ad hoc analytics, and data integration capabilities to support any technical or user-defined requirement. With Dimensional Insight, companies are able to immediately realize the benefits of next-generation BI tools and better manage the total cost of ownership of their BI applications. Check out our site and see how DI is working to redefine business intelligence: www.dimins.com