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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'>ATTENTION: Durable Medical Equipment Providers – Invacare
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'>After a competitive bid process for incontinent supplies, MaineCare has
awarded the contract to Invacare. Invacare has served MaineCare members since
2005. As of August 1, 2009, the new contract will begin and offer lower
rates. No other terms and conditions will change. New rates will be sent to
you in mid-July. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'>If you have questions, please feel free to e-mail <a
href="mailto:Jennifer.Cook@maine.gov?subject=Invacare%20Announcement">Jennifer
Cook</a> or call her at 287-2705. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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