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The meeting was called to order at 9:14 AM by Rich Pozesky.
Introductions of the members present.
Minutes from the last meeting 7/21/10
A motion was made to approve the minutes from 7/21/10 by Robin Nyberg and seconded by Chris Zampino. The motion was voted on and approved by members present.
Treasurer’s Report:
Robin presented the treasurer’s report. A motion to accept the treasures report as presented was made by Melinda Lisle and seconded by Chris Zampino. The motion was voted on and approved by members present.
General Business
· Membership – We currently have 56 members. Rich will send out an updated membership list. The group discussed general membership dues and associate membership dues.
· Renewal for membership for DMERC Advisory Committee (DAC) for $850 and AA Home Care for $500 is due for 2011. A motion to renew membership in both organizations was made by Rick Grave seconded by Perri Tiggeman. The motion was voted on and approved by members present.
Election of Board of Directors
There are 5 positions open.
Cassandra Henry, Brett Tracy, Melinda Lisle and Rick Graver are running to retain their board positions. Steve Williams is running to replace Joe McKnight for the open board position. The secretary was directed by the members present to cast one vote for these candidates for the open board positions.
2011 NAMPS Board of Directors
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NAME |
MEMBER COMPANY |
YEARS LEFT IN CURRENT TERM |
OFFICE |
COMMITTEE CHAIR |
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Cletus Amadi |
Care N’ Home |
One |
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Joshua Igeleke Sr. |
JC Medical |
One |
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Perri Tiggeman |
Apria Healthcare |
One |
Secretary |
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Robin Nyberg |
Praxair Healthcare |
One |
Treasurer |
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Cassandra Henry |
Metro Medical Equip Inc |
Two |
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Bret Tracy |
Pride Mobility Products |
Two |
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Melinda Lisle |
OrthoPro of Reno |
Two |
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Steve Williams |
Better Breathing Nevada |
Two |
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Rick Graver |
Medtech Services Inc |
Two |
Chairman |
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Rich Pozesky |
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President |
Ethics and Legislative |
Presentations:
The Current Status of Legislative Activity
Presented by: John Gallagher, VP Government Relations, VGM Group
Nevada State Legislative Activities group Question and Answer
Presented by: Joe Hardy, Nevada State Senator
Prescreening Preparation for the Employee and the Employer
Presented by: Ian McCracken: President and Owner of PRI
General Business continued
· Magellan/First Health was not able to attend the meeting. They had to cancel on Monday
· PT 33 Billing guidelines have been updated. They should be posted soon.
· The new Medicaid fee schedule will be published soon.
· Medicaid questions will be submitted to Medicaid
o Date spanning for billing – What date should be on the bill as the date of service? Due to UPS or other shipping the delivery date can’t always be ensured. A 5 day grace period is requested. If delivery is a day early the bill will be denied.
· Legislative plans
o A proposed bill for “Any Willing Provider” has been drafted. The legislative committee will be presenting to the state legislature. Anyone interested in participating should contact Rich
o Medicaid may be eliminating O&P for anyone over 21. This topic will be included in discussions with the state legislature.
Adjourn
Meeting adjourned at 2:20 PM.
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Meeting Schedule for 2011
March 16 in Las Vegas
July 20 in Reno
November 16 in Las Vegas
Meeting minutes were recorded and submitted electronically by:
Perri Tiggeman,
Secretary
Nevada Association of Medical Products Suppliers