02
Sep
The Future of Telehealth
Telehealth has been on the radar for quite some time, but with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic the need has become more apparant.
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06
Aug
CMS Expands Telehealth | Where are Respiratory Therapists?
This article discusses the recent changes CMS has made to expand telehealth and how these decisions will directly impact respiratory therapists.
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21
Jul
AARC Mourns Loss of American Icon, Hero, and Friend to Respiratory Care
U.S. Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) died Friday, July 17 at the age of 80. Turning from activist to lawmaker, Lewis spent his life working to make our lives better. His dedication to advocating for the rights of minorities started young. He took part as an architect of and a keynote speaker at the historic March… Read more »
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09
Jul
CMS Confirms RTs Can Furnish Telehealth During the Pandemic
The AARC has received confirmation from CMS that allows RTs to give telehealth services to patients amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
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15
Apr
CMS Removes Vents from Competitive Bidding
The CMS has removed vents from competitive bidding. This is a huge win in the world of respiratory therapy, read more about this good news.
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04
Mar
#AARCLobby | Get Ready to TAKE ACTION in March
#AARCLobby begins second campaign of the year to advocate for pulmonary rehab and to fight against the youth tobacco epidemic.
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29
Jan
#AARCLobby | Be An Advocate, Every Day
The AARC advocates each day to support the profession, and we encourage RTs all over the U.S. to join in the effort. We checked in with Terri Lesser, RRT, for her take on the importance and value of advocacy. Have an Advocacy Agenda Terri Lesser, RRT, graduated from Washburn University in May 1989 and has… Read more »
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22
Jan
#AARCLobby | Advocacy for 2020
The AARC advocacy program for 2020 takes on the mindset to “Be an Advocate, Every Day.” Although we will continue to dedicate times to send targeted messages to the Hill, we want you to support advocacy efforts throughout the year. Instead of just focusing on a single piece of legislation—or legislation that primarily benefits respiratory… Read more »
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14
Aug
Advocacy Update: Summer Lobby Blast Kicks Off Monday
Heads up! Our summer lobby campaign kicks off August 19. Through the efforts of this three-day campaign blast, we hope to: Gain additional House co-sponsors for H.R. 2508 (the BREATHE Act). Connect with key senators who can help get our pilot into any year-end must-pass legislation. Go To AARC Advocacy We want to take advantage… Read more »
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22
May
AARC Opposes Ventilators Under Competitive Bidding – Take Action Now
On May 16, 2019, 19 patient and pulmonary groups signed a joint letter to the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) opposing CMS’ decision to include noninvasive ventilators in the FY 2021 round of competitive bidding. While that seems like a long… Read more »
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