Lincare

Founded in 1965, Lincare is one of the largest providers of oxygen and other respiratory therapy services in the United States. It provides oxygen systems and medical equipment, as well as pediatric respiratory care and infusion therapy services to patients in homes. The company serves more than 700,000 customers in over 45 U.S. states from approximately 1,000 operating centers. Lincare provides a range of products, including liquid oxygen systems, nebulizers, continuous positive airway pressure devices, ventilators, hospital beds, wheelchairs and other supplies. Its home infusion therapy services include pain management, chemotherapy, and antibiotic, inotropic, inhalation, tocolytic, hydration, enteral and aids-related therapies. The company provides a home-based pulmonary rehabilitation program, which includes self care activities, psychosocial coping skills and prescribed medical therapies. Headquartered in Clearwater, Fla., Lincare maintains a location in Myrtle Beach, S.C.