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October 26, 2011, Issue #440
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DISCUSSION
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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. We reserve the right to edit submissions and responses. Please note:the deadline for all submissions and responses is 12 noon Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday for that week's issue.
NEW QUESTIONS
Question: I just finished a CE class in Philadelphia last week where the subject of documentation came up. Specifically, the topic of Physician Progress Notes relating to the exam and need for shoes and inserts was of interest. Most (yes, most) of the attendees were surprised by this requirement and stated that they had not heard that the copy of notes were required. Am I missing something here? In all of my busy time did I miss a change somewhere? Documentation has always seemed to be the lion chasing us in this field. Any feedback with sources that I could cite would be appreciated.
- Rick E. Sevier BOCO C.Ped.
Question: Stretching exercises are often recommended for plantar fasciitis. What has proven to be effective stretching regimens and how often should one do them?
- Robert S. Schwartz, C. Ped.
Question: Are you a pedorthic owned Medicare supplier business, that as a participating supplier, you have had an audit of TSD claims? If so, please respond yes and share a little about the audit (how many files, success rate of not having payment recouped, challenges of supplying info required, etc.).
I am trying to advise another pedorthic shoe store owner about this issue, and he believes that being a participating supplier means he will be less likely to be audited on his TSD claims. I believe the advantages of being a non-participating supplier far outweigh the advantages of being a participating supplier. In fact, I am not sure there is any meaningful advantage to being a participating supplier. How many Medicare beneficiaries would go online and decide to come to a supplier based on participation or not?
- Pedorthic Newswire Subscriber
PREVIOUS QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WITH RESPONSES
Question: Are any PNW readers stocking and dispensing off-the-shelf walker boots, post-op shoes, Darco healing wedge-type shoes, etc? If so, how are you handling billing/reimbursement? Is there any reimbursement for a pedorthist?
- PNW Reader
Response: We do sell off-the-shelf post-op and surgical shoes and boots. The patient pays us and submits to their insurance company. For us, it's a very small business.
- Robert S. Schwartz, C. Ped
Question: I am really interested in how many people are not going to the PFA Symposium next month, and why. Many of the folks I have talked to have surprisingly said they are not going. Most have said it is the economy. Others have said they have found other CE opportunities closer to home via local associations. Yet others cite the 15 points being offered as a bang for the buck issue. What I would like to know is if people would take advantage of CE offerings if they were offered regionally, and what kind of topics would you like to see?
- Rick E. Sevier BOCO C.Ped.
Response: As the sole pedorthist at our pedorthic shoe store, it is the loss of revenues from not being able to be at my place of business in order to attend PFA that is of issue. Each day that I do not see clients is a financial hit. There is a need for good pedorthic locum tenens service (experienced pedorthists that do not want to work full time or even part time but could cover a store for a 3-4 day stretch). Perhaps a registry of these "retired" pedorthists and their contact info would be an asset to businesses across the country that would enable more pedorthic business owners to attend PFA seminars. This registry could help store owners for other time off situations (vacation, illness) much like physician locum tenens businesses do. My wife used to run a $3.5 million branch office for a national locum tenens company. It specialized in OBGYN physicians. These specialists go on vacation, attend continuing education seminars, and do fall sick, yet babies do not wait to arrive. No one ever thought that women would be willing to have a different OBGYN deliver their baby but there are times when women across the country have to accept this substitute physician. A registry of fill-in pedorthists could be a real benefit to PFA members. - PNW Advocate PREVIOUS QUESTION WITHOUT A RESPONSE Question: I was reading a Medicare article this morning. It stated Round 2 for competitive bidding for O & P has begun. Maybe I have had my head in the sand or just skimming to many articles, but I was unaware of Round 1. Please tell me how this is going to impact the small pedorthic's office. Thank you.
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DIABETES
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By: Serena Gordon
Women living in poor neighborhoods are more likely to be obese and have type 2 diabetes than those who move into more advantaged areas, new research suggests.
In the first randomized trial of its kind, researchers provided women living in high-poverty areas with vouchers and counseling so they could move into better neighborhoods. After 10 years of living in the new areas, those women were 19 percent less likely to be morbidly obese, and 22 percent less likely to have developed type 2 diabetes compared to the control group that stayed in high-poverty neighborhoods. Full Text
Source: Everyday Health
By: Mitchel Zoler
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will recommend on Oct. 25 that patients with diabetes receive immunization with the hepatitis B vaccine, following findings that U.S. adults with diabetes patients face a roughly twofold increased risk for hepatitis B infection.
Results from CDC investigations identified inadequately cleaned blood glucose monitors as a major route of hepatitis B virus transmission among patients with diabetes, Meredith L. Reilly, a CDC epidemiologist, said while presenting a poster at the meeting. Full Text
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Many people will develop diabetes in their lives. The causes of Type II diabetes are most often related to weight gains from taking in too many calories and not getting enough exercise. A lack of balancing "calories in" versus "calories out" can contribute to the development of this life-changing condition. In diabetes, the pancreas does not produce enough of the hormone insulin to help the body break down carbohydrates to useable sugars from foods. Glucose is a breakdown of theses sugars. Carbohydrates - found in foods like breads, cereals, and fruits - work to fuel the body like gas does a car. So what do experts mean when they say someone is pre-diabetic? Full Text Source: Fitday.com |
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SPORTS AND FITNESS
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By: Sora Song
Chanting "om" might help ease your aching back, but only if it comes at the end of yoga practice. A new study finds that the physical act of doing yoga - but not its meditative aspect - may help reduce symptoms of chronic back pain.
Based on smaller previous studies, researchers thought it was some combination of yoga's stretching and its mental elements - deep breathing and relaxation - that improved back sufferers' function. But the current study found that yoga worked no better than intensive stretching alone, suggesting that it's the physical exercise, not the mindfulness component of yoga, that matters. Full Text
By: Meredith Melnick
Children's emergency room visits for concussion increased 60% over eight years, according to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - but that's not necessarily bad news.The authors said that the increase was likely due to broader awareness of concussion and head injuries, not because the actual number of concussions was increasing. Full Text
One Utah trainer is on a mission to get more personal with his clients.His method? Gain 70 pounds through an unhealthy diet and no exercise -- and then get back into shape.Drew Manning packed on the pounds in an effort to go through what his clients experience during training sessions with the fitness instructor.
His mission, "Fit2Fat2Fit," began just this past May with a steady diet of fast food, soda, high-sugar cereal and more. And at the beginning of November, Manning will embark on the journey to lose the extra weight and whip himself back into shape. Full Text
Source: AOL Healthy Living
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BECOMING CERTIFIED IN 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 earn certification in Pedorthics, 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 certified pedorthist
Board of Certification/Accreditation International information on becoming a BOC Pedorthist.
For information on the Canadian certifying organization visit The Pedorthic Association of Canada.
ONGOING COURSES AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR BECOMING CERTIFIED IN PEDORTHICS
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
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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.
International School of Pedorthics is offering two classes per month every month until December 31st 2012.
January 1 2013 ISP will close it's doors to pre certification and focus on International pedorthic training and post education advanced training.
ISP offers accreditation manual service with Accreditation Champ
And our newline of pre fabricated foot products,we offer our on site lab training, and consulting.
ISP has had training in Saudi Arabia, Jamaica, Puerto Rico ,Canada, Mexico and other countries.
Call 702-449-0978 or the office at 702-449-0974
2011 COURSES
OCTOBER, 2011
GEORGIA - Foot Solutions Pedorthic Pre-Certification Course: Class Date October 31 - November 10, 2011
Foot Solutions is an accredited facility that holds classes four times per year. The company's course will offer the pre-certification in Pedorthics 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
Upon completing our course and successfully passing the competency tests, and fulfilling the 1,000 hour "Clinical practice Requirement" students are eligible to sit for the ABC or BOC exam to earn their Pedorthic Certification (CPED Pedorthist).
NOVEMBER, 2011
GEORGIA - November 11, 2011 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
DECEMBER, 2011
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, Beijing, Mainland China and Korea are available. Level 1 & 3 performed online - Level 2 Dates: December 10 - 19, 2011 (Brea, California) - To Be Confirmed Soon
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.
Tuition includes Dormitory Housing and Transportation to and from the Indianapolis International Airport and the RMPI school (Elwood Course Location Only). 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.
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
Information on 2012 Aetrex Worldwide Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Courses will be coming soon.
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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 Veanne Lupia at 1-800-673-8446, ext. 7006, veannel@nsra.org.
Ski/Snowboard Bootfit & Stance Alignment Focus of Unique Continuing Ed Course for Pedorthic Professionals
BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NY-Masterfit University, the world's only center for the study of snowsports boot fitting, offers pedorthists, orthotists and other allied fit professionals a unique opportunity to learn the skills of fitting and modifying "the most challenging footwear to fit on the planet." All while earning a significant number of continuing education credits.
Designed and taught by a group of Certified Pedorthists with over 225 years of experience fitting snowsports boots, Masterfit U is a fast-paced, hands-on experience with focus on biomechanics and alignment, orthotics fabrication and boot fit modification techniques. "Our less talk, more action and 'Learn It, See It, Do It' format is fun and effectively simulates fitting and back shop environments," says MFU curriculum director Mark Elling, C. Ped.
Attendees practice their skills in Masterfit's traveling boot labs that are outfitted with the most advanced fit analysis and modification tools and direct mold orthotic casting and grinding equipment.
Masterfit University will be held this year at:
· Seattle/Everett, WA, Oct. 31-Nov. 1
· Reno, NV, Nov. 7-8
Registration or more information: www.masterfituniversity.com; (914) 944-9038
Masterfit U's Masters, Masters-Backcountry Connection and Masters Plus courses individually qualify for continuing education credits from both the American Board for Certification in Orthotics Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABCOP, 14 credits) and the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC, 14.08 credits).
Aetrex Worldwide Solutions for Foot Pathologies Seminars
Attendees will learn the importance of visual and digital analysis: pressure points, foot type, foot size and gait. Understanding activities and pathologies such as age, medical conditions and injuries (sports, diabetes, arthritis) will be discussed. Common foot pathologies will be reviewed, including methods of treatment utilizing state of the art technology. A hands-on workshop is also included. ABC - 7.75 Scientific Credits; BOC - 8.25
For information on Aetrex Worldwide Solutions for Foot Pathologies Seminars, please contact the Aetrex Marketing Department at: marketing@aetrex.com.
Information on 2012 Aetrex Worldwide Solutions for Foot Pathologies Seminars will be coming soon.
RMPI Advanced Manufacturing Courses: 49.5 CME's. For info contact: online@rmpi.org
Elwood Courses Includes Dormitory Housing & Transportation From Airport To Dormitories & School
Under Development for January, February, March - Connecticut and Texas
· November 2 - 6, 2011 (Orlando, Florida)
· December 7 - 11, 2011 (Brea, California) To Be Confirmed Soon
NOVEMBER, 2011
Phoenix, AZ, Nov 19: Arizona AFO, Inc. presents 'The Custom AFO Workshop' in a convenient one day format! Whether or not you are new to custom AFOs, you will not want to miss this great opportunity. Industry experts with many years of experience will share their ideas to help you be the best you can be. $150.00 Fee Includes; Lectures, hands on casting workshop, handouts, casting materials, breaks, lunch and more!
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN; · The latest in appropriate L coding · Which AFO to use for treatment of various indications · How to obtain the best cast possible · How to provide quality AFO products · Tips for selecting appropriate footwear and footwear modifications · Ideas for marketing to referral sources, and much more.......
Total CEUs; This program has been approved for 6.5 credits through ABC, and 7 credits through BOC. To Enroll; CALL (877) 780-8382 and ask for the "Workshop Registration", Email your contact info to education@arizonaafo.com, or go to www.ArizonaAFO.com and use Keyword: Workshop.
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CLASSIFIEDS
| Seeking to Hire: Established DME company with strong base business in need of a C.Ped in GEORGIA. Does not have to be located in Atlanta. Base salary, insurance, expenses, etc. This position requires daily travel with some very limited overnights. For consideration fax resume to 770 795 1199 or Email Dunham8828@bellsouth.net. 8/17
Seeking to Hire: Pedorthic Sales Person: Modern, full service facility in St. Louis ready to hire dedicated and skilled practitioner. Base plus commission and benefits.
Call Comfort Shoe Specialists and talk with Edith at 314.822.3300 www.ComfortShoe.com 8/17
Seeking to Hire: Wellness Life Systems, a leading national diabetic shoe provider, is seeking highly motivated Certified Pedorthists with excellent communication skills to join our team. We have positions available in many regions across the country. ACHC accredited, inserts created in our own orthotic lab. This unique opportunity allows the right individuals to: Get back to patient care! Perform in-home diabetic foot evaluations, shoe fittings, and deliveries in your local area; Manage your own territory and set your own schedule. Call Frank, 816-268-6857, with questions, or send resumes to jobs@wellnesslifesystems.com Ongoing
Seeking to Hire: Midwest Medical Services, a national provider of DME products, is seeking to hire Certified Pedorthists. We currently have multiple opportunities in all regions across the United States. Position would entail performing in-home evaluation and fittings, sale of diabetic supplies and pain management DME, managing your territory, and providing excellent patient care. Must be ambitious, well organized, and dependable. At Midwest Medical Services, we strive to provide the best patient care possible and support those who provide great care in our name. Call Kim, (816) 718-6946, with questions and/or email resumes to hr@midwestmedservices.com. We look forward to hearing from you. Ongoing
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
Classifieds will run for 90 days unless we are informed that the position has been filled. Thank you! To place a classified ad, please email editor@pedorthicnewswire.com |
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John Mishasek, BOC Pedorthist, C. Ped. | | Erick Janisse,C.O., C.Ped. | | Jerome S. Klein, C.O., C. Ped. | | Edith James | | Rick E. Sevier BS Ed., C. Ped., BOC Ped. |
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