by Steve Ludwig | Jan 16, 2024 | Latest News, Lymphedema
Medicare coverage of lymphedema garments launched on January 1, 2024. While it’s great that patients are now covered, many questions remain about how that coverage will work.  Our team is working hard to understand all the details of this new coverage, and this...
by Steve Ludwig | Dec 10, 2023 | Compression Garments, Latest News, Lymphedema
How Medicare’s Implementation of the LTA Will Affect Your Patients in 2024 As you are probably aware, Medicare will commence coverage of compression specifically for lymphedema in 2024 when the Lymphedema Treatment Act goes into effect. A lot of information is racing...
by Steve Ludwig | Nov 1, 2023 | Latest News, Lymphedema
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness for many people around the world. However, for those battling lymphedema, it can be a challenging time due to the increased risk of swelling and discomfort. Lymphedema is a chronic condition...
by Steve Ludwig | Sep 25, 2023 | Compression Garments, Latest News, Lipedema, Lymphedema
Lipedema and lymphedema are similar medical disorders that often get confused with one another. While both are treated the same and have many similar side effects, they are two distinct conditions. What is Lipedema? Lipedema is often confused with obesity because it...
by Steve Ludwig | Aug 17, 2023 | Compression Garments, Latest News, Lymphedema
Compression garments are a necessity for many people. Whether you are born with lymphedema or receive a diagnosis later in life, compression garments are a large part of your life. As your compression garments are medical grade, you will need to wear them as often as...
by Steve Ludwig | Aug 17, 2023 | Compression Garments, Latest News, Lymphedema
Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? Claudia Dixon: My name is Claudia, and I am a Certified Compression Fitter. I have been with Compression Care since the beginning. Was lymphedema part of your breast cancer journey? CD: I do not have lymphedema, thankfully....