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Tribute Dave McCausland

NCART and the entire CRT industry was saddened to learn that our former colleague, Jonathan David “Dave” McCausland, passed away on February 13, 2026, at the age of 68. Dave is remembered as a deeply compassionate person who never hesitated to lend a helping hand to those around him.

Dave retired from ROHO as Vice President of Government Affairs after a distinguished career spent advocating for better access to life-changing medical equipment. His work helped drive legislative changes that expanded Medicare coverage, improving the lives of countless people who depend on specialized seating and mobility solutions.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dave was a gifted musician, a devoted family man, and someone who brought joy, humor, and kindness wherever he went. He is survived by his wife Kim, their sons David and Douglas, and a large, loving extended family. 

“Dave was not only a ROHO legend, he was also an industry legend. He worked tirelessly to expand access and improve lives, and much of what exists today in our space carries his fingerprints. More importantly, he was a genuinely good man. He will be missed in a very real way.” - Todd Walling, President, Permobil Americas

Regulatory Update!

The Trump Administration announced a series of significant Medicare and Medicaid program integrity actions as part of the Administration’s ongoing crackdown on fraud and abuse in the Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP programs. The CMS press release is provided below. The announcement outlines new enforcement steps focused on fraud prevention, including a 6-month moratorium on enrollment of new suppliers for seven types of DMEPOS suppliers, as well as a Request for Information seeking stakeholder input on future regulatory actions. Below are some additional highlights from yesterday’s announcement.

The announcement imposes a nationwide, temporary, 6-month moratorium on enrollment of new Medicare suppliers for seven types of DMEPOS suppliers. 

o  Medical supply company

o  Medical supply company with orthotics personnel

o  Medical supply company with prosthetic personnel

o  Medical supply company with prosthetic and orthotic personnel

o  Medical supply company with a registered pharmacist

o  Medical supply company with a respiratory therapist

Some exceptions include hospitals, physicians, physical therapists, pharmacists, and some other types of suppliers. CMS does not anticipate a disruption of patient access to care largely because of the large number of existing suppliers and the fact that these exempted suppliers can fill the need in areas where patient access becomes an issue.

NCART supports rooting out fraudulent companies from the Medicare and Medicaid program; we do not support honest, compliant, and law-abiding Complex Rehab providers being denied the ability to grow their business and take care of CRT patients. NCART will be working with other industry stakeholders to submit comments on ways to strengthen defenses against fraud.

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Proposed Change to the Power Mobility Device LCD for K0830 / K0831

On February 19^th, nearly three years after the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) affirmed Medicare coverage for power seat elevation on power wheelchairs, the Medicare DME MACs announced proposed changes to the Power Mobility Device Local Coverage Determination that states, Group 2 PWC with seat elevation systems (K0830, K0831) will be denied as not reasonable and necessary.

NCART has formed a stakeholder work-group to develop evidence-based information for physicians, clinicians, manufacturers, providers, and beneficiaries to submit comments on the impact this proposal will have on access to medically necessary care. We ask all stakeholders to hold off on submitting comments on this until we have completed a detailed analysis of the proposed change and communicated it to all interested parties with a clear, coordinated message.

Comments on this proposed change are due to CMS by Saturday, April 4th. NCART will have fact-based talking points available soon.

NCART In Action!

•     NCART participated in the SecureRide Coalition meetings with United Spinal and General Motors

•     NCART held meetings with New York Legislators to discuss various bills being considered in this legislative session.

•     NCART held a call with California DHS to discuss issues with the Upper Billing Limit.

•     NCART participated in the iNRRTS board call

•     NCART participated in the industry Medicaid Strategy group call

•     NCART hosted the Group 2 LCD reconsideration call

•     NCART participated in the call with CMS to discuss the opening of the NCD for power standing.

•     NCART participated in the Abilities Expo podcast recording

NCART Upcoming Events!

NCART will be participating in the 2026 Medtrade Event on March 2-4, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona. Medtrade 2026 will have robust CRT educational opportunities for all CRT providers and manufacturers. NCART is very happy to be asked to participate in making Medtrade 2026 an excellent event for our members.

NCART will be attending and exhibiting at the Abilities Expo- Long Beach, CA. March 26 and 27^th. NCART has partnered with Abilities Expo in 2026 to extend our outreach to consumers and strengthen our relationship so that we may work together to advocate for fair and equitable CRT policies at both the federal and state levels.

NCART’s, Julie Piriano will be participating in the Mobility Management upcoming webinar- Proposed PMD LCD Changes: Issues, Impact and Industry Strategy- to be held on March 19, 2026. Click here to sign up to attend

Abilities Expo

   Less than 4 weeks to go!

Why Showing Up Matters: Abilities International Accessibility Conference (March 26–27, 2026)

In the CRT industry, some things only happen face to face.

On March 26–27, 2026, the Abilities International Accessibility Conference brings together occupational therapists, physical therapists, manufacturers, and resellers from across the U.S. for two focused days of hands-on learning and real conversations.

Here’s what you gain by being there in person, hands on equipment time, unfiltered industry conversations, stronger working relationships, and uninterrupted learning away from your desk.

The full conference program features three learning tracks across more than 25 sessions:

-             Business Optimization – Medicaid updates, ATP certification pathways, service and repair best practices, and strategies to streamline documentation.

-             Improving Patient Outcomes – Clinically focused sessions on wheelchair evaluations, pediatric seating, ethics, smart technology, and more, presented by ISS and RESNA.

-             Adapted Living – Emerging topics including AI in AAC, driver rehabilitation, service dogs, and innovations expanding access to outdoor recreation.

Throughout the day, there are built-in networking opportunities, plus complimentary lunch and refreshments to keep you fueled and connected.

Attend the conference Thursday and Friday and get access to Abilities Expo in the expo hall next door.

Learn more and register today!

Advocacy Quotes

“Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.”

― Booker T. Washington

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NCART is the only national organization dedicating every effort and resource entirely to representing suppliers and manufacturers of Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) products. NCART is strictly focused on working with policymakers, legislators, and others to establish and maintain appropriate coverage and funding to protect and improve CRT access.

If your company provides or manufactures CRT, help us fight the negative trends in coverage and payment that continue to mount by becoming an NCART member. Your support will enable us to continue to advocate aggressively as we work to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to the specialized equipment and services you provide.

You can easily and securely submit your application online by clicking the button below. For additional information or questions, please contact Wayne Grau, Executive Director, at wgrau@ncart.us or 570-902-9878.

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