‌The Philadelphia Ostomy Association, Inc.

is a volunteer-driven non-profit support group, which was founded in 1949.

United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA)

As an affiliate of the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA) we will be sharing Events, Fundraisers, Advocacy Efforts and all things that will support, empower, and advocate for people who have had or who will have ostomy or continent diversion surgery. Their mission is to promote quality of life for people with ostomies and continent diversions through information, support, advocacy, and collaboration.

Resources

UOAA Virtual Ostomy Clinic -

The UOAA has partnered with The Wound Company – to bring certified ostomy nurses to ostomates and their caregivers across the United States virtually. Learn More

Events/Fundraisers

Virtual Ostomy 5K-

Join the movement on Saturday, October 3, 2026, let's celebrate Ostomy Awareness Day by participating in the Virtual Run for Resillience Ostomy 5k. This marks the 12th year of our empowering Virtual 5k event!

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Advocacy

Medicare Competitive Bidding -

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the CY 2026 Home Health and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (“DMEPOS”) Competitive Bidding Program (CBP) Final Rule in the Federal Register late Friday, November 28, 2025. The final rule specifies that ostomy, tracheostomy, and urological supplies are medical equipment items mandated for inclusion under the DMEPOS CBP by section 1847(a)(2)(A) of the Act. Learn More