February 17, 2010, Issue #352

Send your comments, questions, responses, articles or case studies to Pedorthic Newswire at editor@pedorthicnewswire.com. Your emails will be reviewed by pedorthists and the editors of Pedorthic Newswire, and selected submissions will be posted in an upcoming issue for feedback from other readers. Please note: the deadline for all submissions and responses is 12 noon Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday for that week's issue.

NEW QUESTION

Question: A response to a question in PM News recently noted that: "the best way to reduce your paper storage problem is to implement electronic health records (EHR). If you do this in the next year or two, you'll also benefit up to $44,000 from the stimulus bill." Does anyone know more about this?

- Robert Schwartz, C. Ped., Eneslow Pedorthic Enterprises

PREVIOUS QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WITH RESPONSES

Question: Does someone have Pedigraph inking strategies that are easy and/or less messy than the ink drops on pads? I find it inconvenient and will sometimes just not do them because of the messiness.

- Edith James, C. Ped.

Response: I don't know whether or not pressure stats are as good a diagnostic tool as the inking would be, but I had a C. Ped. tell me that he used pressure stats from Foot Logic. They sell boxes of 100, and they are every easy to use! You can order by phone with a credit card. Their phone # is 866-385-6442. I am only a CFts, but heard this from a C. Ped.

- R.M., CFts

Response: I ink a stencil roller, which is able to stay wet in its cup enclosure, and is transportable. One brand is Marsh. It rolls smoothly and evenly over the mat. Hand sanitizer can remove messes.

- Darlene L. Schmitt, C. Ped., L.Ped., CTM

Question: Had a patient come in with a prescription for a pair of therapeutic shoes and custom made insoles. Patient has never been diagnosed with diabetes, but has neuropathy and a history of re-occurring plantar ulcers. Insurance coverage is Medicare and BCBS. I informed the patient that therapeutic footwear and inserts are only covered by Medicare if the patient is diagnosed with diabetes (+ additional conditions). Patient insisted he had gotten footwear/ inserts before at no cost to him. I told him I would not be able to bill Medicare and therefore he would have to pay for the prescribed items. Patient stated he would go back to where he got the footwear for free the last two years.

Today the patient came by again to show me the shoes (Drew) and custom inserts (cork base and bi-lam top cover with toe filler for 5th) that he, as he states, got at no cost to him and that the, as he calls it, "Prosthetic shop" billed Medicare for.

Am I missing something here? Is there an option for non-diabetic patients to get therapeutic footwear and custom insoles paid by Medicare?

- H.R., C. Ped.

Response: This is exactly why we are getting a bad name with Medicare. The Prosthetist and Orthotist can deliver diabetic shoes with no training; they don't know what is required by Medicare to even file the claim. The only saving grace is that when (and it will happen) they get audited by Medicare they will owe the money back to them. In the meantime we get the bad rap. I would love to know if they billed for an L-5000 - Partial foot, due to the 5th digit amputation. If so they will owe Medicare even more! I came from the O&P side of the business and have seen it happen.

- Reggie Swickard

Response: The lab must have billed code L5000 because of toe filler. If patient was only missing 5th toe this is fraud, but he probably did it. You don't have to be diabetic to bill this code, only a forefoot amputation.

- S. Torppey, CO, C. Ped.

Response: I am only a CFts, but I do a lot of Medicare billing, and have to make sure all the documentation is in place. Medicare only pays for shoes/inserts for diabetics, and requires that the physician who treats a patient's diabetes must sign a Certifying Statement that says the patient had diabetes, which type, and that they are the treating physician for that diabetes. Also they must document one or more of the following: partial/complete amputation of foot, history of previous foot ulceration, history of pre-ulcerative callus, peripheral neuropathy, deformity, or poor circulation. There must also be an order for the shoes/inserts.

I have asked Medicare (Noridian is our carrier in Missouri) the question about coverage for other conditions, and was told that they NEVER pay for diabetic shoes/inserts for conditions other than diabetes!! Sounds like someone is committing fraud, because if they are getting paid, they must be billing as if the patient had diabetes!! If they ever get audited, they will be in trouble with no proper documentation!

- R.M.. CFts

Question: I have been using leather arch shells #275 from the Carl Sher Co. for 30 years. They aren't manufacturing them anymore and I am now having a difficult time finding a manufacturer that has these for sale. It 3/4 length with a medial flange. If anyone knows where I might get these, please contact me at 615-327-1490 or isaacsortho@wildblue.net

(Editor's Note: Please also send your responses to PNW in case others might need the information).

- Steve Isaacs

Response: Sher products are now sold by Sroufe Manufacturing in Ligonier, Indiana.

Phone: 888-894-417; Sroufe.com. Click on Sher Brand Orthotics or use this link: http://www.shercoinc.com/index.html

- Carlyn

PREVIOUS QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WITHOUT RESPONSES

Question: We have had a time with Medicare in the last few months. I was wondering if anyone else has had the same problems? In August 09 they changed a few things and if they bothered to tell anyone, I wouldn't know. Now we have to put Lt Rt modifiers along with the KX on A-5500 to let them know it is a pair of shoes. I am still unclear if this is 1 unit or 2. Has anyone heard of a GY modifier to let them know they are not diabetic? We have to get the denial from Medicare for the secondary to pay (sometimes they will), and they want a GY modifier. I would think an L code would tell them that. There I go thinking again! Medicare is sitting on thousands of dollars due to us because of their games. I know this time of year they are out of money so they shake things up and deny every thing they can. I get it; I am out of money, too! The Newswire is the perfect place to post these types of things.

On a positive side, J, what if we as a group came together with one basic idea: to advertise Pedorthics? When we do our local advertising, the word "Pedorthic" is prominent, or I see a dark background with "PEDORTHICS?" in white and that is all. Bumper stickers can be cheap and simple, billboards can be expensive, so somewhere in between, or all of the above, could work. This would draw people to search "Pedorthics" on the Internet just to see what it is and find out who we are. Locally we have a car dealer that has five-second commercial spots on TV; they are quick and to the point. I can see "PEDORTHICS?" in this type of format. Anyone out there like these ideas or have their own to share?

- Reggie Swickard, LPed

Question: I was wondering if anybody would know where we could find a used shoe finisher within the state of Washington or Oregon. We are looking for something basic with a 4"-5" wheel on one side and 1.5"-2" on the other. A used 5 in 1 or similar trimmer would be nice, too. Thanks for your help.

- Joe Eads, C.Ped, COF

SPONSOR NEWS

HEALTH AND INDUSTRY

Stores Reach Into Bag of Tactics As Luxury-Goods Sales Improve

by Elizabeth Holmes and Rachel Dodes

Optimism is creeping back into style, following three seasons of budget slashing, according to luxury-retail executives who will attend New York Fashion Week. More than 50 designers will showcase their collections in the tents at Bryant Park this week, with dozens more holding shows elsewhere in Manhattan as part of the twice-a-year fashion extravaganza staged for retail buyers and the press.

Forecasting consumer sentiment six months out-when those styles will land in stores-has become easier in recent months, as wealthy shoppers have exhibited an increased willingness to spend. Even so, there's a focus on luring back "aspirational shoppers." Full Text

Source: Wall Street Journal

AAFA Launches Industry Haiti Reconstruction Task Force

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has created the Haiti-AAFA Recovery and Reconstruction Team (HARRT), a member-led task force that will provide key apparel, footwear, and textile industry insight as relief operations continue and reconstruction planning begins in earthquake-stricken Haiti.

"As we support the relief work continuing on the ground in Haiti, it is important for the apparel and footwear industry to begin reconstruction activities," said AAFA President and CEO Kevin Burke. "Because apparel production is one of Haiti's most prominent industries, these sectors will play a critical role in Haiti's recovery. I am pleased so many AAFA members have stepped up through charitable contributions and active leadership on this much-needed task force. Haiti will soon be on its way to full recovery." Full Text

Source: SportsOneSource Footwear Business Update

Nike and Others Form Sustainability Coalition

Ten organizations, including Nike and the Outdoor Industry Association, announced the launch of the GreenXchange (GX), a Web-based marketplace where companies can collaborate and share intellectual property (IP) which can lead to new sustainability business models and innovation.

The remaining eight are: Best Buy, Creative Commons, IDEO, Mountain Equipment Co-op, nGenera, salesforce.com, 2degrees and Yahoo.

Announced at a CEO breakfast at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the organizations called on other corporations to join them in committing to opening up their IP to fast-track the development of innovative solutions to sustainability challenges. Full Text

Source: SportsOneSource Footwear Business Update

NASP Foot Care Clinic Sees Massive Turnout

By VonDez Phipps

ASSETERRE, St. Kitts - A one-week free clinic offered by the Canada-based North American School of Podology (NASP) may have begun as a routine practical coursework trip for students, but the quality education in foot care received has proven to be life changing for hundreds.

From day one, nationals and residents of the Federation came in by the dozens to the Football House to receive foot care that is uncommon on the island.

The procedure is more than a manicure but less than a chiropody treatment, and is important in identifying systemic diseases affecting the feet, skin disorders and diabetic foot syndromes.

The clinic had 10 foot care stations set up on the third floor of the facility with two on the first floor to allow easier access for the elderly. About 90 persons were accommodated each day and their responses to the quality care provided were all favourable.

Marjorie Burroughs of Lower Cayon told SKNVibes that after having problems with cracked heels and diabetes, she decided to give the foot care a try. "It was a very good experience. They looked at my feet and massaged them and told me how to take care of them. I am a diabetic but I never really knew how to care for the feet. Now I know. I will definitely take better care of my feet," she said. Full Text

Source: SKNVibes

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DIABETES

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By Ruth Walker

Perhaps Jim Caldwell should have suspected something was wrong sooner. He was overweight, after all, and a smoker, and had a family history of diabetes, yet he had never been diagnosed with the disease and rarely visited the doctor. So when he noticed a patch of dry skin on his foot, he thought nothing of picking at it until it bled.

"I should have realized, but I didn't," says the 61-year-old former sales office manager from Coatbridge. "My father was diabetic and my older brother was diabetic, but I never thought that it might run in the family.

"I was not one to go to the GP," he adds. "I hadn't been for about ten years"

It was in December 1992 that he noticed hard skin on his right foot. Full Text

Source: ScotlandonSunday.com

Where You Live, Not Just Lifestyle, May Contribute To Diabetes

by Sacha Pfeiffer

A new study finds that black women in poor neighborhoods are at higher risk for diabetes regardless of how well-educated they are or how much money they earn.The research suggests that reducing rates of type 2 diabetes isn't just a matter of educating people about good diet and exercise habits. Where they live is also a factor, according to study co-author Dr. Yvette Cozier, of the Boston University School of Public Health.

"Neighborhoods that are predominantly black have far fewer full-service supermarkets, for example, offering fresh produce and lean cuts of meats ... walkable space outside, safe playgrounds for children and other things that promote physical activity," said Cozier, an assistant professor of epidemiology. Full Text

Source: WBUR.org

SPORTS AND FITNESS

New Balance Opens Shanghai Store

New Balance has opened its first Experience Store in Shanghai. It is New Balance's second Experience Store in China, following the opening of its first on Beijing's Qianmen Avenue last year. Senior executives from the company, including Regional General Manager, Asia Pacific, Darren Tucker, and China Managing Director, Michael Wellman, attended the grand opening to witness this exciting event.

"Our goal is to produce the best quality and most comfortable running shoes for our consumers," explains Darren Tucker, Regional General Manager, and Asia Pacific. "Proudly expressing the business philosophy of New Balance, the century-old American sporting brand, "New Balance sets a new standard of retail excellence within the global marketplace to celebrate our innovation and pay tribute to our heritage. We hope that consumers will engage with our rich brand story that is 104 years in the making." Full Text

SoSource: SportsOneSource Footwear Business Update

BECOMING A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST

Join A Growing Service Profession: Pedorthics

Pedorthics is a professional field covering the design, manufacture, modification and/or fit of footwear. Pedorthics encompasses shoes, orthoses and foot devices that prevent or alleviate foot problems caused by disease, overuse, injury or congenital defect. Certified Pedorthists work with patients and their footwear to conform to a doctor's footwear prescription as part of the patient's treatment

To become a certified pedorthist, you must take a pre-determined number of course hours in pedorthics and pass a certifying examination overseen by either The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics® or Board for Certification/Accreditation, Int'l. Both the ABC and BOC are independent certification bodies that set standards for the profession and offer certifications that are recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.

More information, including FAQ's

The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics information on the step-by-step process of becoming a pedorthist

Board of Certification/Accreditation International

For information on the Canadian certifying organization:The Pedorthic Association of Canada

ONGOING COURSES AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR BECOMING A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Click here to view a detailed calendar including dates and locations, information and pricing.

CFS Allied Health Education: Pedorthic Certification: Exam Review.This review is focused on supplying the student with the skills and knowledge needed to pass the ABC Certified Pedorthic exam by presenting exam-like questions, exploring possible answers, and discussing rationales for correct and incorrect answers. Contact CFS Allied Health Education at (918) 266-3678 or visit http://www.learnpedorthics.com/ for more information.

*ABC and The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics are registered trademarks of the The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc., which is not affiliated with CFS Allied Health Education and does not endorse this review.

ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE 1-on-1 or Group Tutoring Available; Eneslow Training & Tutoring Program, Individual and Small Group Program

WHO SHOULD COME:

Those who wish to prepare for the Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes or the

Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course and Exam, also those who wish to improve their pedorthic, sales, retailing, biomechanics and business skills or those who need a refresher course;

SUBJECTS: PEDORTHICS - SALES -RETAIL MANAGEMENT

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Shoe Modifications - Casting and Evaluation Techniques for Custom Shoes & Orthotics - Business and Practice Management Finance & Administration

Forecasting & Budgeting - Buying & Inventory Control Marketing & Advertising Professional Responsibility - Safety - Human Resources Biomechanics Pediatrics

Pathology of Diseases and Malalignments

HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 INSTRUCTION

$150/ hour for individual training

GROUP TRAINING

$125/hour per person for two or more participants in the same program at the same time

$100/hour per person for five or more participants in the same program at the same time

Fee: Two hour minimum

HANDS-ON 1-ON-1 TRAINING WITH ROBERT S. SCHWARTZ, CPED, OR DR. JUSTIN WERNICK, DPM, CPED

$250/hour for individual training &

$200/hour per person for group training

Added Value: An insider's look into the retail, pedorthic, sales, store operations, and business management of Eneslow.

ABC and BOC points may be applied for.

ENESLOW PEDORTHIC INSTITUTE, 470 Park Avenue South at 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016. Call for more info (212) 477-2300 (Ask for Sarah Goldberg, CPED) (212) 353-2876 Fax

email: epi@eneslow.com or visit http://eneslow.com/epi

Pro-Learn, LLC announces its new CAPE approved Pedorthic Pre-certification program

Pro-Learn's program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Pedorthic Education (CAPE) to provide Levels 1, 2 and 3 of pedorthic pre-certification coursework required by ABC and BOC to become eligible to apply and sit for board examination. ProLearn utilizes the latest technology in Distance Learning and Virtual Classrooms. This is the same Distance Learning Program technology model used by advanced O & P schools used to deliver their curriculum. This allows maximum flexibility in our programs that gives the student choices that fit their busy lifestyle, level of experience and learning style. Programs vary from three-week, live classes to completing the coursework completely online (Experienced, advanced degree holding healthcare professionals only). Our staff and faculty is composed of degree holding healthcare professionals who are Pedorthists, Nurses, O & P, Professional Pedorthic Educators and Physicians.

Please visit www.pro-learn.com or email cmartin@pro-learn.com for more information to assist you or your staff in making a decision on the right option for you, your business, your family, and your lifestyle.

COURSES

FEBRUARY, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: February 20-28, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please contact pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.

Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school. Note: limited availability and by confirmed reservation only. Private Apartment Housing is also available by request and comparably priced within walking distance from the RMPI.

MARCH, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: March 6-15, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.

MAY, 2010

May 7, Foot Solutions 1-day Cram Session. Foot Solutions is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The company's course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the C. Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400, Marietta, GA 30067. For Application And Fee Information Contact:

Tracy Strickland - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 206 Tstrickland@Footsolutions.Com

Betty Hubauer - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 201 Betty@Footsolutions.Com

Dr. William Faddock - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 209 Bfaddock@Footsolutions.Com

May 10 - 21, Foot Solutions Pre-Cert class. Foot Solutions is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The company's course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the C. Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400, Marietta, GA 30067. For Application And Fee Information Contact:

Tracy Strickland - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 206 Tstrickland@Footsolutions.Com

Betty Hubauer - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 201 Betty@Footsolutions.Com

Dr. William Faddock - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 209 Bfaddock@Footsolutions.Com

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: May 15-24, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.

JUNE, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: June 4-14, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.

June 30, Foot Solutions 1-day Cram Session. Foot Solutions is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The company's course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the C. Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400, Marietta, GA 30067. For Application And Fee Information Contact:

Tracy Strickland - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 206 Tstrickland@Footsolutions.Com

Betty Hubauer - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 201 Betty@Footsolutions.Com

Dr. William Faddock - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 209 Bfaddock@Footsolutions.Com

AUGUST, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: August 7-16, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone 765-557-7216.

August 9 - 20, Foot Solutions Pre-Cert class. Foot Solutions is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The company's course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the C. Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400, Marietta, GA 30067. For Application And Fee Information Contact:

Tracy Strickland - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 206 Tstrickland@Footsolutions.Com

Betty Hubauer - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 201 Betty@Footsolutions.Com

Dr. William Faddock - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 209 Bfaddock@Footsolutions.Com

SEPTEMBER, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: September 18-27, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.

OCTOBER, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: October 9-18, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.

NOVEMBER, 2010

November 12, Foot Solutions 1-day Cram Session. Foot Solutions is an accredited facility that holds classes three times per year. The company's course will offer the certificate needed in all three levels to sit for the C. Ped. Exam. The facility is located at 2359 Windy Hill Road, Suite 400, Marietta, GA 30067. For Application And Fee Information Contact:

Tracy Strickland - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 206 Tstrickland@Footsolutions.Com

Betty Hubauer - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 201 Betty@Footsolutions.Com

Dr. William Faddock - 1-866-338-2597 Ext: 209 Bfaddock@Footsolutions.Com

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: November 13-22, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Condensed course hours available upon successful completion of pre-entrance exam. Scholarships Available - Please visit our website at www.rmpi.org or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.

DECEMBER, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" has uniquely designed courses to provide pedorthic pre-certification education for the retail, clinical or biomechanical knowledge seeking pedorthist. Course dates for Levels 1-3 in a variety of locations in the United States, Hong Kong, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: December 4-13, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana - Holiday Scholarship Available - Please visit our website or contact pam@rmpi.org - Phone: 765-557-7216.

BECOME AN ABC THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER

For information on Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.

Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses

March

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: March 3 (Little Rock, AR), $195.

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: March 18 (Charleston, WV), $195.

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: March 24 (Greensboro, NC), $195.

April

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: April 27 (Phoenix, AZ), $195.

May

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: May 11 (Las Vegas, NV) (Medtrade West), $195.

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: May 25 (Nashville, TN), $195.

July

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: July 16 (Teaneck, NJ), $195.

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: July 21 (Columbia, SC), $195.

August

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: August 24 (Portland, OR), $195.

September

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: September 16 (Cincinnati, OH), $195.

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: September 30 (Mobile, AL), $195.

October

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: October 7 (Oakland, CA), $195.

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: October 9 (Los Angeles, CA), $195.

November

Aetrex Therapeutic Shoe Fitter/Live Portion: November 15 (Atlanta, GA) (Medtrade Atlanta), $195.

OTHER THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER COURSES

MARCH, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" is offering a Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Course - March 30 - 31. Two Options: 1 Day Online, One Day Live or Two Days Live. Contact: pam@rmpi.org.

ONGOING THERAPEUTIC SHOE FITTER COURSES

CFS Allied Health Education is pleased to announce their new ABC Approved Therapeutic Shoe Educational Course. An ABC certified fitter of Therapeutic shoes is an individual trained and qualified in the provision of non-custom therapeutic shoes and non-custom diabetic multi-density inserts. This two-day course fulfills the educational requirements needed to apply for the ABC Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes credential. To learn more, please visit CFS Allied Health Education's website at http://www.learnpedorthics.com/ for course dates or call (918) 266-3678.

CFS Allied Health Education is pleased to announce its new BOC approved Orthotic Fitter Distance Learning Program. This program incorporates advanced Web-based instruction coupled with a three day live hands-on Learning Activity covering head-to-toe prefab orthotic fitting, fracture bracing, basic shoe fitting and basic mastectomy fitting. Additional modules are available at no extra charge for BOC Orthotist exam review. Tuition is $495. See www.certifiedorthoticfitter.com for schedule or call (918) 266-3678 to enroll. Fellow Pedorthists: Do not miss this opportunity to increase your scope of practice and income in these challenging times!!!

- Rick E. Sevier BS Ed. BOCO C. Ped. - CFS Allied Health Education

UPCOMING COURSES FOR CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST & ALLIED PROFESSIONALS

Submit course listings to: editor@pedorthicnewswire.com

2010 COURSES AND EVENTS

MONTHLY AND ONGOING

Riecken's Orthotic Labs - 800-331-8040; SAFIO Class, Second Friday of every month, at 5115 Oak Grove Rd., Evansville, IN. Four casting stands provided, limited to 8 students. Contact Darlene at the above number for more information.

Traveling Courses To Your Area sponsored by The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics, Inc. a not-for-profit pedorthic school. Please contact us to discuss your needs at phone: 765-557-7216. Email: pam@pedorthicbiomechanics.org or visit our Web site at: http://www.pedorthicbiomechanics.org/.

The Robert M. Palmer, M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics, Inc. a not-for-profit pedorthic school: Advanced Manufacturing - 50 Hour Course - Approved For 49.5 CME's for Pedorthists by the ABC. This course is designed to teach BAPFOL standards in manufacturing functional feet orthoses and provide an introduction to advanced biomechanical posting. Class size is limited to two students. For more information or to customize a course to meet your manufacturing educational needs, please email pam@rmpi.org or phone 765-557-7216. Tuition cost: $2K - includes housing and transportation to and from the airport and school.

The National Shoe Retailers Association is pleased to bring training and CEs directly to you, without the additional cost of travel, food, lodging, registration fees or lost work time. Our affordable WISER Sales Training DVD makes in-house training easy and there's now an online exam for Continuing Education credits from ABC and BOC.

WISER Sales Training provides quality training for new sales associates and re-motivates experienced sales staff. The DVD format makes it easy for employees to train at times convenient for them, and for employers to offer quality training without hiring outside trainers or taking the most experienced staff off the sales floor. ABC's Category 1 CEUs for WISER Sales Training total 21.75 credits (2.5 scientific, 19.25 business), good through year 2010. BOC's credit total is 20.34 (6.42 CPE Category 1, 13.92 Category 2).

Pricing for the program is as follows:

DVD, workbook and guide for trainers Members: $295 (Non-Members $395)

Additional Handbooks: $10 each

Online Test Members: $100 (Non-Members: $200)

For more information or to order, click http://www.nsra.org/wiser_intro.php?ad=pn

or call or email Kim Surasky at 1-800-673-8446, ext. 318, kims@nsra.org.

Aetrex Worldwide Pedorthic Solutions Seminars

Attendees will learn the importance of a thorough evaluation using traditional and computerized methods. The differences of various foot types and their individual requirements in choosing the proper footwear, foot orthoses and external shoe modifications will be discussed. A hands-on workshop is also included. ABC - 7.5 Scientific Credits; BOC - 7.75 CPE Category 1

For information on Aetrex Worldwide Pedorthic Solutions Seminars, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.

2010 Pedorthic Solutions Seminars Calendar:

March

16 Knoxville, TN

23 Greensboro, NC

April

23 Manchester, NH

29 Dallas, TX

May

6 Teaneck, NJ

27 Jackson, MS

June

8 Akron, OH

10 Chicago, IL

15 Birmingham, AL

23 Milwaukee, WI

July

8 Salt Lake City, UT

20 Columbia, SC

August

18 Atlanta, GA

26 Las Vegas, NV

September

14 Minneapolis, MN

October

4 Seattle, WA

6 Oakland, CA

11 Los Angeles, CA

19 Teaneck, NJ

26 McCallen, TX

28 Baton Rouge, LA

November

9 Indianapolis, IN

December

7 Orlando, FL

APRIL, 2010

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" is offering an Orthotic Fitter Course - April 1-4. Contact: pam@rmpi.org.

The Robert M. Palmer M.D., Institute Of Biomechanics "A Not-For-Profit School" is offering a one week "Advanced Functional Foot Orthosis Course" April 16-20, 2010 - Elwood , Indiana . This course awards 49.5 CME credits. Participant must have successfully completed the ABC/BOC Exam or possess a higher level certification/licensure. Cost $2000.00, please contact pam@rmpi.org or 765-557-7216.

CLASSIFIEDS

Seeking to Hire: Since our company's founding in 1923, Yale Surgical Company has been dedicated to meeting the Orthotic, Prosthetic and Pedorthic needs of Connecticut. We are beginning a new family generation of practitioners and are eager to meet the continuing need in our area. We currently have multiple opportunities for C. Ped., CO, CP, CPO and Orthotic/Prosthetic Techs in our New Haven office. We would love to speak with you to discuss your goals and future plans. Please feel free to look at our website, http://www.yalesurgical.com/ and email your resume to info@yalesurgical.com at your earliest convenience. Comp. salary, 401k etc. - Edward N. Kaufman Ongoing

Job Wanted: Licensed and Certified Pedorthist with 20+ years experience. Dade, Broward, South Florida Area. Excellent patient interaction skills. Accommodative Orthotic and custom shoe Expert/Diabetic, Arthritic, and Geriatric Footwear Expert. Contact Robert at 954-436-1914 or shoes@gate.net 2/10

Pedorthic Books and Training Manuals for Sale: I have several used pedorthic books and training materials for sale: "Introduction to Pedorthics," "Professional Shoe Fitting," "Pedorthic Reference Guide," Pedorthic Educational Review Guide," "OSU Anatomy of the Foot CD Text" (and the CDs that go with that). I also have CDs titled "Pedorthic Accelerated Study Series."

Contact me at loweryd54@aol.com. Dianne Lowery. Paris, TN. 2/3

Seeking to Hire: Hawley Lane Shoes, a family-owned shoe store in CT specializing in Pedorthists, is seeking a certified Pedorthist to help lead our growing business. We offer a competitive salary, retirement plan, etc. Please e-mail resume to jgradia@hawleylaneshoes.com 2/3

Seeking C.Ped. to Hire: Exciting opening for a C. Ped. In Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Expanding Pedorthic Services Dept. within 60-year-old retail shoe store group has an opening for a C. Ped. To see patients in our facilities and clinics and fabricate in our lab. We are seeking a team player and good communicator. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow the department as well as to pursue personal, professional development. Competitive compensation package. Please send resumes to info@stansfootwear.com or call Jim Sajdak, C. Ped. At 414-241-9282. 1/27

Wanted: Partner to help run and expand Pedorthic/comfort shoe store.14 years in same great area No.Dade/So. Broward Aventura/Hallandale Beach Florida. Lots of good will aprox 300 Medicare therapeutic shoe customers, and 30-50 each of Avmed HMO and Humana HMO. Approx $125,000 in shoes, Equipment materials, etc. C.O., C.P.O., C.P, or C. Ped. with Medicare billing privileges would be ideal. Let's talk. Call Robert at 954-457-9246 or email shoes@gate.net 12/30

Seeking to Hire: Part time commissioned sales representative needed for pedorthic and athletic retail store sales. We are looking for a superstar to sell a very innovative and new product into these markets. Negotiable hours that will fit into any schedule. Send e-mail to christie@cluffy.com or mail CV and contact information to Christie Scott 104 Dover Drive, Huoma, LA. 70363. 12/9

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Classifieds will run for 90 days unless we are informed that the position has been filled. Thank you!

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