California Association of Medical Product Suppliers (CAMPS)

Membership Benefits

Legislative

• Budget Watch – CAMPS monitors the budget process to assure adequate funding and payment of HME services.
• Bill Tracking – CAMPS monitors proposed legislation that may adversely affects the HME industry.
• Licensing Requirements – CAMPS offers assistance with California HME licensure and regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Advocacy Efforts

· Medi-Cal – CAMPS is the HME industry’s key line of defense when dealing with Medi-Cal issues. Following are just a few of the things CAMPS members can expect assistance and support with:

-Claims Processing

-Payment Rates

-Provider Enrollment

-Treatment Authorization Request

• CCS Medi-Cal – CAMPS resolves claims processing delays and strives to improve our relations with this County-operated program.
• Private Insurance – CAMPS educates private insurance companies on the importance of HME services.
• Medicare – CAMPS is a member of the Medicare Region D, DMERC Advisory Committee (DAC).

Publications

· Bulletin – CAMPS’ Bulletin keeps members up to date on industry news affecting California HME providers.

· California Update – CAMPS’ broadcast fax newsletter reports key urgent issues to members.

· Sales Tax Guide – CAMPS offers tax application rules for HME items at a reduced rate.

· The Strategic Report – CAMPS offers The Weeks Group study on the financial future of HME in California at a reduced rate.

Meetings & Educational Opportunities

· Medtrade West – CAMPS is a co-sponsor of the HME industry’s biggest mid-year buying event, Medtrade West—an opportunity to network, educate, buy (and enjoy Las Vegas).

· Nuts & Bolts Seminars – CAMPS recruits top industry speakers to educate members on the Medicare and Medi-Cal billing.

Cost Savings Programs

· Business Insurance – CAMPS has its own business insurance program and offers Liability, Professional Liability, Property, Auto, Casualty, and Workers Compensation insurance at a reasonable rate.

· Hazardous Materials Reporting – CAMPS, in conjunction with ChemTel, offers a reduced annual rate to participate in the 24-hour emergency response communication and material safety data sheet (MSDS) management service to assist those involved with hazardous materials and other emergency incidents.