Cara Bachenheimer is a trusted advisor in legislative, regulatory and policy matters related to Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party payment programs. Based in Washington D.C., Cara represents healthcare manufacturers, HME suppliers, pharmacies, infusion companies, home health agencies, hospitals, and other healthcare providers throughout the United States. For 40 years, she has been working on behalf of companies and the industry with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other federal agencies.

Cara has held multiple leadership positions in industry associations such as the American Association for Homecare (AAH), the National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab Technology (NCART), and the Health Industry Distributors Association (HIDA), as well as with national consumer organizations such as United Spinal Association and Paralyzed Veterans of America. Her award highlights include “Home Care Champion” by the American Association for Homecare, the “Home Care Caring” award by Home Care Magazine and HME News’ “Top 10 Most Influential People in the Industry.” Cara is a frequent speaker at national, regional, and state meetings and conferences, and often writes articles for industry publications such as HME News and Home Care Magazine.

Cara and her husband have two children and enjoy traveling and spending time with their family.

Practice Areas:

Government Affairs
Healthcare