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National Wear Red Day: Supporting Heart Health and Cardiac Rehabilitation
2 minutesNo comments on National Wear Red Day: Supporting Heart Health and Cardiac RehabilitationEach year, National Wear Red Day serves as an important reminder of the ongoing impact of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. On this day, individuals and organizations across the country wear red to raise awareness, spark conversations, and reinforce the importance of heart health and prevention. At LSI, National Wear Red…
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American Heart Month: Advancing Heart Health Through Cardiac Rehabilitation
February marks American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. This month serves as an important reminder of the role prevention, education, and ongoing care play in improving heart health and reducing long-term cardiac risk. American Heart Month closely aligns with our mission…
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Medicare 2026 Update: Key CMS Rule Changes Impacting Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
CMS’s final rules for 2026 introduce several important updates that directly impact Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR), Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation (ICR), and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR). These changes present both new opportunities and ongoing challenges for providers nationwide. Permanent Virtual Supervision: A Major Step Forward One of the most impactful updates is CMS’s decision to permanently allow virtual…
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Happy New Year from LSI: Advancing Cardiac Rehabilitation in 2026
As we welcome the New Year, all of us at LSI want to wish our partners, clinicians, and healthcare communities a healthy and successful year ahead. A new year represents fresh momentum, renewed purpose, and an opportunity to make an even greater impact. We are energized by what lies ahead in 2026. The cardiac rehab…
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Happy Holidays from LSI: Reflecting on a Year of Impact and Looking Ahead to 2026
2 minutesAs the year comes to a close, all of us at LSI want to take a moment to wish our partners, providers, and communities a happy and healthy holiday season. This time of year is about reflection, gratitude, and looking ahead—and we are proud of the role we continue to play in supporting lifesaving care…
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How Innovation Is Transforming Cardiovascular Care: A Spotlight on Digital Health Advancements
We believe that innovation is the driving force behind stronger, more accessible cardiovascular care. As cardiac events continue to rise across the country, the need for smarter solutions—both inside and outside of cardiac rehab programs—has never been more urgent. That’s why we were inspired by a recent American Heart Association feature highlighting several health-tech innovators…
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Celebrating National Rural Health Day: Supporting Cardiac Rehab in Rural Communities
1 minuteEvery year, National Rural Health Day—recognized by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA)—shines a light on the incredible healthcare professionals who serve America’s rural communities. We proudly join this national recognition and honor the clinicians, therapists, and rehab specialists who bring life-changing cardiopulmonary care to patients who may otherwise face significant barriers to treatment. Rural…
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Honoring COPD Awareness Month: Supporting Better Breathing and Better Lives
2 minutesEach November, the healthcare community comes together to recognize Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, support patients and caregivers, and highlight the importance of pulmonary health. At LSI, our mission aligns closely with this effort: to help clinicians and rehabilitation professionals provide the best care possible for patients living with chronic…
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Stepping Up for Wellness: LSI’s Daily Step Challenge Energizes AACVPR 2025
West Palm Beach, FL – September 17–19, 2025 The energy was high, the steps were plenty, and the competition was friendly at this year’s LSI Daily Step Challenge during the 40th Annual AACVPR Meeting in sunny West Palm Beach, Florida! From start to finish, attendees brought incredible enthusiasm to the event, proving that a little…
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Celebrating Advocacy: LSI Announces the 2026 Day on the Hill Award Winner at AACVPR 2025
Recognizing a Leader in Respiratory Care and Education Dr. Kevin Collins, RRT, was the recipient of our Day on the Hill Scholarship. Dr. Collins is a Certified Asthma Educator, Registered Respiratory Therapist, and Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist. He is looking forward to the opportunity to return to DC to help lobby for advancement of the…
