RASCAL INSURANCE SERVICES AWARDED ACCREDITATION FROM JOINT COMMISSION
October 31, 2005 (PRLEAP.COM) Health News
Sewell, New Jersey – Electric Mobility Corporation, distributor of the world famous Rascal powerchair and scooter, announced today that its Rascal Insurance Services division has earned the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations' (JCAHO) Gold Seal of Approval™. JCAHO is widely considered to be one of the country's most respected healthcare accrediting bodies."Achieving this accreditation is a significant accomplishment," says Michael Flowers, President of Electric Mobility. "The Joint Commission recognizes our ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest level of quality and care, and we're proud that Electric Mobility is one of the few mobility companies to receive this honor."
Electric Mobility, headquartered in Southern New Jersey, has been a pioneer in the mobility marketplace since 1974. The company now includes over 1000 employees and independent contractors, supported by a nationwide service network. These hardworking men and women are dedicated to fulfilling the corporation's mission "to be the world leader in products and services that improve the quality of life for patients and caregivers."
Rascal Insurance Services is a division of Electric Mobility that offers a range of powerchairs and scooters to individuals who rely on Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and worker's compensation to cover this equipment. The Division's long-standing history of excellence in healthcare is evidenced by its 150 managed care and 18 state Medicaid affiliations.
This commitment does not stop with insurance contracting. The Division maintains a physical presence in doctor's offices nationwide and has Mobility Consultants located across the country within an hour of most of the U.S. population.
Michael Johns, Vice President of the Rascal Insurance Services Division, says, "We strive to provide the highest level of service in patient care, claims processing, and managed care partnerships. Obtaining Joint Commission accreditation shows that we have been recognized for our clinical excellence."
For more information on prescribing or obtaining a Rascal mobility product, or using Rascal Insurance Services as a contracted provider, contact Michael Johns, Rascal Insurance Services, at 1-800-718-2082, or visit www.rascalinsurance.com.