(LAKE FOREST, Calif. and NASHVILLE, Tenn.) March 29, 2017 – Apria Healthcare Group Inc., a leading provider of home medical equipment, is partnering with CarePayment Financing LLC to introduce an innovative payment solution for patients. This collaboration will provide Apria’s patients with access to the CarePayment program, offering 0.00% APR financing plans for essential home medical equipment and supplies.
This partnership addresses the increasing financial challenges faced by patients needing home healthcare. Apria Healthcare, serving over 1.8 million Americans annually, is a major provider of durable medical equipment, including respiratory therapy and wound care. CarePayment specializes in patient financial engagement, offering 0% APR payment programs that allow patients to manage their medical expenses over time with predictable, low monthly payments and without credit bureau reporting. Through the Apria Care Payment Program, patients can now obtain the necessary medical equipment and care to comfortably recover at home while managing their healthcare costs effectively.
“The Apria Care Payment Program will significantly ease the financial concerns of our customers,” stated Dan Starck, CEO of Apria Healthcare Group. “With rising healthcare costs, patients often struggle to afford necessary home medical care. By offering CarePayment’s 0% APR financing, we empower our patients to access the equipment and support they need without added financial stress. This program is crucial in helping them manage their health conditions at home with greater peace of mind.”
Craig Hodges, CEO of CarePayment, commented, “Financing options are common for significant purchases like homes and cars. Healthcare expenses should be no different. Our partnership with Apria ensures that patients don’t have to compromise their health due to financial limitations. The Apria Care Payment Program provides vital payment flexibility, allowing patients to prioritize their health and well-being.”
About Apria Healthcare Group Inc.
Apria Healthcare is a leading home healthcare provider, delivering home respiratory therapy, negative pressure wound therapy, home enteral nutrition therapy, and durable medical equipment. Operating across over 350 locations in the US and Hawaii, Apria serves more than 1.8 million patients each year and generates over $1 billion in annual revenue. Apria Healthcare is recognized for its commitment to quality, being the first in its sector to achieve voluntary accreditation from The Joint Commission, maintaining this accreditation for over 25 years. For further details, please visit www.apria.com.
About CarePayment Financing LLC
CarePayment is a leader in patient financial engagement, dedicated to helping healthcare providers adapt to the evolving consumer-driven healthcare market. Utilizing advanced technology and data analytics, CarePayment’s innovative patient financing solutions enhance patient satisfaction and financial outcomes for providers. By offering accessible and affordable payment options, CarePayment enables patients to receive necessary care while ensuring the financial stability of healthcare organizations. CarePayment’s patient-friendly financing complies with consumer credit regulations, requires no application process, and is supported by a dedicated US-based customer service team. WebBank, Member FDIC, issues accounts for the program. For more information, visit www.carepayment.com.
