Changes in medicare affect availability of durable medical equipment in the U.P.

I just took my daughter in yesterday to see our local pediatric physical therapist.  The good news is that my daughter doesn't need orthotics at this time, the bad news is that a lot of kids who do need special supports-- from crutches to walkers to wheelchair equipment --can't get them because the changes in how medicare pays suppliers of these items has priced the suppliers out of the entire Upper Peninsula. 

I'm giving you close to no notice, but our state senator, Tom Casperson, is having a townhall meeting tonight from 6-8 in Escanaba at the Delta County Courthouse, if you know someone in that area who can go and serve as a voice for special needs in the U.P., now would be a good time to send them an e-mail. 

If you can't go, and you want to speak out on this issue, here is a good link for contact information for all of our representatives.