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Posted By Brittany Fichter
November 30, 2021 Category: Fda, Registration, Drug Reporting, Compliance, CARES

Applied Home Healthcare Equipment, a long-trusted resource for oxygen filling, technical and regulatory support for DME and HME providers, has announced the launch of their new drug reporting

Posted By Brittany Fichter
January 13, 2021 Category: Oxygen, Expo, Education, Ceu, Respiratorytherapist

Learn from the best in the industry on all things oxygen. Innovations, introductions, ideations and discoveries will abound at the Oxygen EXPO2. The 2021 show will feature sessions led by industry experts. Each session will aim to deliver solutions to some of the industry’s most pressing challenges and exciting

Posted By Brittany Fichter
November 24, 2020 Category: OxyGo, Smart 50, Award, CEO, Marquard, Marquard Schultz

          Victoria Marquard Schultz/OxyGo Announced as winner in 2020 Smart 50 Awards. The Smart 50 Awards, presented by Smart Business, honor the top 50 executives in the Greater Cleveland region   Westlake, OH. – October 30th, 2020 – OxyGo LLC, a leader in lightweight portable oxygen concentrators, announced in a virtual ceremony that Victoria Marquard-Schultz, OxyGo’s CEO, was named a Smart 50 winner by Smart Business Magazine for the second year in a row. The Smart 50 Awards presented by Smart Business honor the top executives of the region’s smartest 50 companies for their ability to effectively build and lead successful organizations.   “The only thing better than winning a Smart 50 is winning twice. I am truly honored to be among this prestigious group. With COVID-19 our team and providers have had to find new ways to safely and effectively adapt to an ever-changing world. Receiving this award wouldn’t have been possible without the great relationship that we have with the providers we work with. Our team and providers are one of a kind and this is truly a reflection of how amazing they are,” said Victoria Marquard-Schultz, CEO, OxyGo, LLC.   The OxyGo Family of portable oxygen concentrators (POCs) are designed to keep oxygen patients going. An OxyGo POC is a lightweight medical device that can make the medical oxygen doctors prescribe from the air around you. With an Ox

Posted By Brittany Fichter
May 20, 2020 Category: General

Applied recognizes that the last several years have caused DME companies to make many changes in the way they do business. Market conditions have caused DME companies to look for more efficiency in their operations and try to reduce costs. Applied wants to help you. Refilling your own oxygen cylinders is a sure-fire way to cut your costs. By purchasing oxygen in bulk to transfill using either a gas to gas or liquid to gas oxygen refilling system per cylinder oxygen costs can be reduced by as much as 90%, sometimes more. Simply contact Applied and speak with one of our many professionals who offer years of experience in helping DME companies save money and reduce costs by designing an oxygen refilling program that fits your company needs and budget and show you how much you can really save by filling your own oxygen cylinders. Provide Applied with the number of cylinders that you have refilled each week and what you pay to have them filled and we will design a system for you.  We are so confident that we can cut your oxygen costs—we guarantee that we can help reduce your per cylinder oxygen cost by at least 25%.  Lease to own with Applied's leasing partners. Just ask us for

Posted By Brittany Fichter
January 31, 2020 Category: Oxygen, OxyGo, Events, Technology, Industry News, Training Education

DMEs from Oklahoma, Texas, Florida and across the country attended Oxygen EXPO2 in Orlando, FL on Jan 21st of this year.  The expo, subtitled The NEXT Tech in Ambulatory Oxygen, gave DME providers an opportunity to learn about the latest homecare oxygen trends and market opportunities.   “We are all about technology and innovation, so being able to host an event like this where we can share our knowledge and help contribute to the industry is a great opportunity,” said OxyGo CEO Victoria Marquard-Schultz.   The one-day conference covered topics such as the future of portable oxygen, oxygen safety, finding assets and revenues in a connected DME market, and leveraging social media to increase patient retail and referrals.  The keynote address was on advances in pulmonary medicine and was given by Franck Rahaghi, MD, MH, FCCP, Director of Respiratory Care at Cleveland Clinic Florida Hospital and Clinic.   Dr. Rahaghi spoke about advances in pulmonary care and the importance of getting patients to move and exercise as part of their treatment referencing the American Lung Association’s famous slogan, “If you can’t breathe, nothing else matters.” “POCs and their tankless delivery of oxygen are giving patients their freedom back,” he said, “while improving their quality of life and overall sense of happiness.”  He said that ambulation could increase the life expectancy of patients on ox

Posted By Brittany Fichter
December 13, 2019 Category: General

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 13, 2019   OxyGo Announces Oxygen EXPO2 2020- The Next Tech in Ambulatory Oxygen   Orlando, FL – (December 13, 2019) – OxyGo, a company noted for providing high quality home healthcare oxygen products, announced that it will host its first Oxygen Expo.  The Expo will have sessions hosted by experts focused on the future of respiratory in the home health industry.     The 2020 Oxygen EXPO2 will be held January 21st at the OxyGo in Orlando, Fl. “The Oxygen EXPO2 will present the best of what is new and next in the industry.  Our 2020 expo will showcase a product mix of incredible depth and diversity spanning the oxygen and technology spectrum.” says Victoria Marquard-Schultz, CEO of OxyGo. Innovations, introductions, ideations and discoveries will abound at the Oxygen EXPO2.  The 2020 Show will feature sessions led by industry experts.  Each session will range from one to two hours and will aim to deliver solutions to some of the industry’s most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities.   This year, the Oxygen EXPO2 will feature a keynote presentation by Franck Rahaghi, MD, MH, FCCP, Director of Respiratory Care at Cleveland Clinic Florida Hospital and Clinic.  The presentation will focus on advances in pulmonary medicine.  Other presentations will include experts speaking on how to find your assets and revenue in a connected DME market, h

Posted By Brittany Fichter
November 19, 2019 Category: General

Traveling with OxyGo NEXT   OxyGo NEXT uses the latest state-of-the-art technologies to make traveling with your portable oxygen concentrator easier than ever.  OxyGo NEXT has user-replaceable batteries, sieve beds and an easy to read LCD display with simple controls.  This makes travel a breeze whether in car, train, cruise ship or on a plane!    Traveling with OxyGo NEXT is straightforward and simple.  One reason is it so easy to travel with is because it meets all the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements for use onboard an airline.   Tip: Check with Your Airline Before Your Flight   It is important to note that all airlines have their own requirements when it comes to traveling with a POC.  Prior to travel, you should check the website of the airline you are using, whether it's a large carrier or a small regional airline.  On their website they will have a section on traveling with medical equipment.  There you can find the forms you will need to prepare before your travels.  This usually includes release forms from your physician for a prescription.   Make Sure to Have Extra Batteries   Generally, airlines require that you have 1 ½ times as much battery life as the length of the trip. With the OxyGo NEXT that's no worry!  The extended battery life and effortless battery removal to switch to another battery means you can easily meet this

Posted By Brittany Fichter
October 14, 2019 Category: OxyGo, Oxygen, Equipment, Industry News

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 14, 2019 Orlando, FL: OxyGo LLC, a leader in the portable oxygen concentrator market celebrated their 5th anniversary this past Friday. In 2014 OxyGo launched its first portable oxygen concentrator, to meet the needs of today’s portable oxygen patients.  Five years later, OxyGo has three different units and has been rated the best POC for three years in a row by a Needham & Company report.  “Five years ago, we entered a highly competitive market, but we knew we had something very different and special to offer,” said Victoria Marquard-Schultz, OxyGo, CEO. “Since then we have continued to make it our mission to provide patients as well as providers with the very best POCs on the market.” OxyGo offers an original 5-setting concentrator, OxyGo FIT weighing only 2.8lbs, and OxyGo NEXT. The NEXT is the latest unit which came out this year and it is setting the standard for portable oxygen concentrators.  At only 4.7 pounds, and with 6 flow settings, the OxyGo NEXT offers the highest oxygen output per pound of weight of any portable oxygen concentrators currently on the market.  Other features include a long battery life of up to 13 hours with the optional double battery, access to the My OxyGo App, a large LCD screen, and is one of the quietest POCs on the market at 38 dB. OxyGo hosted a brand anniversary party to honor and thank the dedicated employees and vendors wh

Posted By Brittany Fichter
June 24, 2019 Category: Business, OxyGo, Industry News, General

Westlake, OH – (June 25, 2019) – OxyGo, a company noted for providing high quality home healthcare oxygen products, announced that it has unanimously chosen Louis Buchino as the organization's next chief financial officer. On May 15, 2019 Buchino became the first CFO for OxyGo adding financial acumen to the executive team. “I am excited to have Louis join us at OxyGo.  He will make an immediate impact here, adding expertise, energy and efficiency to our already highly skilled team,” says Victoria Marquard-Schultz, CEO of OxyGo. After working for two regional public accounting firms, Buchino obtained his MBA through Case Western Reserve and began working in private industry. His experience includes CFO and General Manager positions within the IT, Aerospace, and Energy industries. “I’m thrilled to have joined the OxyGo team. Ownership’s commitment to providing resources supporting their strategy for continued growth within the healthcare industry is laying the foundation for ongoing success. The company’s leadership also pushes a culture that strives for employee life balance, which is necessary to maintain top employees,” commented Buchino. Louis lives in Avon, Ohio with his wife and three children where he enjoys being active outdoors and attending the non-stop children’s activities. Louis is on the board of Kids in Flight and has a leadership role in expanding F3 to the northeast Ohio

Posted By Brittany Fichter
February 19, 2019 Category: Technology, OxyGo, Oxygen

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 19, 2019 OxyGo Announces Launch of OxyGo FIT Connect Orlando, FL: OxyGo LLC, a leader in the portable oxygen concentrator market announced the launch of their new Bluetooth enabled POC today. OxyGo FIT Connect will allow healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes through a new wireless connectivity platform using Bluetooth technology. The platform includes a provider dashboard and mobile application for patient use through mobile devices. The My OxyGo Provider Dashboard will work with the My OxyGo App to provide real-time monitoring that will aid in troubleshooting, concentrator health checks, preventative maintenance and geo-locating of patient’s POCs. Both providers and patients will be able to check battery life, column life, oxygen purity and more with the touch of a button! “We are proud to introduce the OxyGo FIT Connect to the provider market. The new Bluetooth enabled unit and patient app, in conjunction with a provider focused and designed back end will improve patient outcomes by allowing patients and providers to communicate in real-time about their POC,” says Victoria Marquard-Schultz, CEO of OxyGo. “Patients on oxygen are always concerned about their next breath, and providers now will be able to ensure the patients are getting their required oxygen prescription... regardless of where in the world the patient is breathing. OxyGo’s mission is to Keep Going. And this is just ano